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Exodus 33:14

“My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

A few weeks ago, while I sat on the floor praying in a church I gave the Lord complete and free reign over whatever plans He has for me. I said, “take everything away, even my ‘safety accounts’ if need be so that I can fully and completely trust, follow and obey.” In turn, my life has become one thing…totally unpredictable! I had to say no to another job in non-profit and I am now sitting in a temp role that seems to be a much slower pace than I’m used to. Ironically, I was doing more when I was not working at all - hahaha! It’s funny how the Lord works.

The reason I felt it would be great to share this with you is because I’m sure there are some of you in the “in between” wondering what the world is going on with your current life situation. While I do like the fact that I cannot depend on myself at all during this time, I sure would like to have some kind of inkling as to what could be in my potential future. Once again, the Lord has left me with two clues, recurring scripture and a promise that He has been giving me for over two years. Now, I do love a fabulous surprise as much as the next girl…but I would like to get to the “tada” or pot of gold at the end of this rainbow, joy-filled life He has me living right now.

Sometimes as we live #TheCharmedLife with God, we get fun, favorable moments and great little perks as we wait for Him to show us the way. However, we may begin to start to wonder when exactly we will know how to move or take the next step of faith. We know He’s there…He keeps giving us lovely gifts and promises to remind us; but we can’t quite figure out where this is all going to end up. Can I just tell you, ride out the wave and be okay when He gives you a little down time. Calm down, pray more, praise more and just let Him do what He wants to do…we know we won’t regret His plans in the end; but we may regret our actions if we step ahead of what He’s doing.

Take this time to enjoy the good and perfect gifts from the Father of Lights and stop trying so hard to “be” anything just so that you can have some kind of “title” or false security and comfort. You already have the most important title that you need…daughter of the King. Rest in that joy, stay faithful and see what He will do!

Hearts and Hugs,

Jacquelynn Marie

Psalm 62:5

“Yes, my soul, find rest in God: my hope comes from him.”

Psalm 116:7

“Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you.”