He works for the good of those who love Him..

"For I know the plans I have for you" declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future." -Jeremiah 29:11

This verse has been one of my favorite verses ever since I learned it in middle school, but it has never meant more in my life than it does right now. Lately, my spiritual battle has been learning to let go of controlling my life. I've had to lay down my hopes, plans, dreams, expectations, etc. and just learn to solely rely on what God wants for me. I'm a major control freak, so this has definitely been a challenge...but not one the Lord couldn't teach me how to do.

But I am happy to say after weeks, months, even years of struggling, the Lord has really made so much progress in this area of my walk. I feel like I have truly learned how to simply trust in Him. I am still learning how not to worry about his timing or his plans and to just be patient, but I am definitely letting go.

I've just been praying "Whatever you have planned for me is what I want.... Please just show me your will in YOUR timing." :) And Boy oh Boy has he come through. Every opportunity that has popped up that I've had interest in, I have prayed about and pursued with his blessing. I did all I could for each one, prayed for His will and left the rest up to Him.

It says in the word, "The Lord works for the good of those who love Him." And He is really doing that for me.

Recent prayers:

Theme House w/ Sara & Amy for next year: CHECK!
O-Team: CHECK!
Part-time Job in LaGrange:CHECK!
Figure out my Major: CHECK! 


Everything just seems to be falling perfectly in place with His will... :) So Don't be afraid to let go. His plan is way better than any of ours could ever be. ;)