This past summer was an unusual summer. I was silent. I mean, I didn't hang out with local friends, I wasn't writing on my blog, and I wasn't as active on social media. First, it was intentional, as I was setting standards for my boys. I was starting to teach them to do chores around the house, and to take care of things as young men. Then, one thing set me off in a spiral. I wasn't depressed, but I certainly wasn't my usually optimistic self.
My husband totaled his car, after taking the day off to help me with my car. He followed the AAA truck to the dealership, where we learned it needed some expensive repairs. The accident happened on his way home. Thankfully, he was not seriously injured, though he still has pain in his ankle from hurting it that day. I don't know why, but these kinds of things overwhelm me. It feels like the weight of the world to me when I'm in the midst of it.
Truthfully, I didn't even have to do anything. Todd was the one that had to pay a ticket, meet with the insurance guy, buy a new car, and all the other stuff that goes into taking care of a major accident. The thing that really struck me is how much worse that accident could have been. It was a head-on accident, and since that accident, the city has taken steps to make sure it doesn't happen again.
Through that experience, I learned to rest in the Lord in a new way. Knowing that He goes before you, that He is with you gives great courage and strength to my spirit. I don't need to be afraid of what "might happen". Instead, I can rest assured that He already knows what will happen and has already prepared a way for us to get through whatever that may be. I don't know about you, but that gives me great comfort. It also takes the stress off of me and allows me to rest in His promise.
What are you stressing about these days? How can I pray for you?
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