The song on my blog ("River God" by Nicole Nordeman) has had me thinking more and more lately. I definitely see myself as a rough-edged rock that is beneath the awesome power and rushing river-like strength of the Father. I want Him to be able to notice that my edges are getting smoother as He flows over me day by day. There is one phrase Nicole sings that I have particularly focused on these past few days:
"I know that time brings change, and change takes time..."
That is so true.
Change is neither predictable, nor always comfortable--but necessary, in my opinion.
And it takes time.
Change has certainly become a household word here. We are shifting through so many thoughts and visions around that it sometimes leaves me dizzy. Behaviors, patterns, habits, dependencies...you name it, and it's changing.
That's ok though.
Change takes time.
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Time can also seem like an enemy of sorts.
Take Stellan's story for instance. *In case you aren't familiar with Stellan, he is the 5 month old baby fighting for his life as I type this--just go to www.mycharmingkids.net for all of the details*
I can't imagine the pain MckMama is going through right now as she watches her baby continue to stay in distress with a heart condition that's seemingly impossible to reverse.
Of course I know that it IS reversible, and that time is nothing to God.
But still, you can't help but feel so very sorry for Stellan's family as they are bound by time and in what seems an eternity of waiting for answers or healing.
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Time did bring about change for us, as I have already written about before. We changed our minds and decided to stay in this house, and I can't remember the last time I felt so free about something like this. I guess I didn't realize what a burden it was becoming over the past year.
This change took time, but I believe I'm much better of a person for going through it.
Not that I enjoyed the ride, but I find that it was a good learning experience. It didn't produce the kind of change I was originally hoping for, but I instead had a change of heart and mind.
Kind of like the changing of the seasons. It takes time to go from winter to summer, but it's well worth it once summer rolls around and I'm allowed to wear tank tops and flip flops every single day. :)
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My dear blog readers:
Can you pinpoint something in your life that has taken time to change, but was well worth it in the end?
Have you ever felt completely bound by time?
If so, please share with me. I enjoy reading your comments--comments about YOUR life and experiences. It brings me hope, for I know that I am not in this alone.
Mel
3 comments:
I feel such a heavy heart for baby Stellan too! I continue to pray for them daily!
I am still riding the storm of change right now. I'll let you know when I see the sunshine!
Although, we did change church's last year. It was a scary change, but turned out to be a really awesome blessing!
I too feel for baby Stellan and his mommy. As a mommy, I can't imagine watching my child go through such horrible trials and have no control. Then I remember, God is always in control no matter the situation and the outcome may not be what we would like for it to be but He always knows what is best for his children! I believe with all my heart that sometimes change can be a new, growing experience if we will just take that leap of faith and trust in God! Have a great week!
Baby Stellan has us really praying. Randy (who makes fun of me & my penpals...aka blogger friends)in wrapped up in Stellan too. After I read her blog last night I took John...who was sleeping very good...out of his crib and had him sleep close with me & Daddy. It was a comfort. I can not imagine what that Momma is feeling.
Yes...change has come over me too in the last 9 months. I have learned that I am in control of nothing and that God is. I have also learned how truly fragile life is. With that being said...I love you. I am taking every chance to tell the ones I love that I love them...I don't want to lose that chance.
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