As I was reading on Saturday, I didn’t want to put it down. I was intrigued. I was captivated. And I couldn’t believe that I had never read this before. I mean I had heard that Baalem’s donkey had talked, but I had no idea that he stopped and turned away from the road because of an angel.
I’ve known {for probably close to my entire life} that the Bible is God’s story of love to us. But I guess I didn’t realize how many facets of His love come through. The Israelites disobeyed at almost every opportunity they had. And while God wanted to destroy them, Moses reminded Him of the promise and love He had for His people.
It’s the same way for us today. I know I disappoint God so much. Too much. But yet, day in and day out, He forgives me. He allows me to live.
That is amazing.
So I’m trying my hardest to live for him. To live for what HE wants me to do in my life (because I know that He really DOES want me to be happy in the work that I am doing), to wait for HIS timing on finding my “prince charming” {now is NOT the right time for me to join the online world as mentioned last week}, and to continue to pray for where He is LEADING me next. At this point, as much as I would love to leave the West Michigan area and move somewhere new & exciting, I think there is a reason… a purpose… for me to be here, now.
I just have to be patient in finding out what that purpose is.
I’m hoping that by reading through the rest of this amazing book that I will see everything more clearly. And by everything, I mean EVERYTHING. There are times that I am really confused by things people say about my faith… and I’d like to at least know that something is written – or not written – about that topic. I’ve always wanted to “study” the Bible further… and I think this could be step one in that process (because this is simply reading the Bible, not a study.) At least now, as I’m reading, I can mark down things I want to look up later. Not to mention that I have already had an idea about a book and a bible study come from the reading.
That has to be a God thing… right?!?
Most of all I want to read and know the love story that God has for me. And I hope that He shows me more about how He loves me.
Because I really need that.
On a slightly different note… many of my friends that are reading the Bible in 90 days with me are well into 2nd Samuel today — and I believe probably reading about the life of David. But here I am… so far behind. I *have* to catch up. I *NEED* to catch up. In fact, I’m going to commit right here and now that I will not attend the twitter chat tonight unless I’ve finished Deuteronomy {as of this writing, I am only a couple of chapters in.} Yes, I am *that* far behind. Hopefully I can take some time tonight, tomorrow night and Wednesday night to really devote myself back into this. If I don’t, I’m really afraid that I will give up… and I just can’t have that.
So how are you doing with your journey through the Bible in 90 days?
Finally — I’m guest posting for Tammy @ Nurse’s Notes today about Living in the Storms. Be sure to go check it out! 
What a great post! I am behind too and working towards catching up. I have to say that God knows what we need to read when we need it. Maybe we are behind for a reason! Blessings in your readings and ALL that God will show you!
Praying that Satan will not discourage you to “give up”! You can do this! Whether it takes you 90, 100, or 200 days to finish, just conitnue reading the Word! Look at all you have learned so far! Praying for God’s help that you may find peace in the next few days to get caught up and that HE will provide you with the strength to continue on!
I am feeling very encouraged right now. I just finished the Baalam story yesterday….and felt like I was surely the only one that far behind. I thought about giving up, but I wanted to push through. It really helps to know that I’m not pushing through alone. Here is to quiet days…..with lots of reading!!
This is such a God post! You can do it! And yes, it is the most amazing Book ever! Every time I read it, I find something new, something that the Lord shows me in a different light. Prayers for your continued learning. ?
Wow! This is not only an excellent post, but a true reminder of where I need to be in my daily life. I also want to know my true purpose but learning to have the patience to wait for the answer is just what I needed to read today!
Rhonda
You are such an inspiration! I am afraid I am too far behind to catch up, but I am continuing on my own journey through His word. I am in need of refreshing and reconnection with Him.