Why me, Lord?
There have been a lot of changes and decision making about the future in my life lately; with some changes being rather forced upon us without a clue it was coming. These forced changes have tempted me to become bitter as I think on the people involved in the disruption of our formerly quiet, unchanging country life. I have not felt bitterness towards the Lord, but I have several times doubted His good plan for my life and in the doing so fallen into the woeful “why me?” attitude. Why did You pick me to tear apart my hopeful dreams and goals for the future? Why my family that You would bring the unjust to have such influence over us?
Why me, Lord? Really, this is a question worthy of our study and attention, when viewed through the eyes of a sinner, saved by grace alone. Instead of questioning why I should be chosen to suffer afflictions common to man, I should be asking of the Lord; why me, that I should be chosen as one of the elect, to be Your child; washed in the precious blood of the lamb? Why have I been handpicked, out of millions, to be blessed by Your mercy, honored by Your sacrifice, elevated by Your grace, and nurtured by Your love?
Truly the fact that He has chosen me to have life everlasting as His child completely outshines the sufferings He has laid on me, in all the awesome and incomprehensiveness of His mercy and blessings. Instead of woefully crying, in the dust and the ashes, “why me, Lord?” we should endeavor to raise our hands and faces to the beauty of the heavens and ask, with a humble and grateful heart, “why this sinful, lowly servant, Lord?”. I ask, why has He;
Died for my sins and chosen me to be His child?
Forgiven my pride, arrogance, and disregard day after day?
Placed me in a Christian home, with loving parents, and obedient siblings?
Placed me in a Christian nation, with freedom of speech, religion; little persecution, and no constant wars and unrest?
Given me a healthy body that moves, breathes, hears, sees, and speaks?
Blessed me with an abundance of earthly provisions; a home, food, a car?
Given us a thriving, challenging Church and many Christian friends?
This list of “why’s” could go on forever as I consider all the blessings and gifts God has given me, which I, least of all, have ever deserved. My heart is ever failing and my finite mind creating false ideas, and yet His grace is greater than all my sins. May our generation never cease to praise His name as we ponder the blessings of our nation and heritage, as we ask, “why us, Lord?”.
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6 comments:
Beautiful reminder, Jennifer. I'm so blessed to be your "twin" and watch your faith grow as you walk through these trials. I, too, am tempted to ask "Why me?" so many times, but instead I should be thankful for all God's blessed me with!
Jennifer, As I was reading your words, it occurred to me that The Lord has EVEN BETTER plans ahead for you and for your family. Satan wants us to look at the negative ( and there is that) but your Heavenly Father loves you and your family and knew this would happen. EVERYTHING DOES work together for Good. May it SOON be evident.
Love, Anna's mom
Wish I could be there to talk...
Anna and Mrs. Lofgren,
Thank you for the encouragement... God truly is amazing! I just have to be reminded to praise Him for His goodness...
Em;
Wish you were here too!
This was a great post. I ask that question too many times.
God Bless!
"Why me, Lord?"
"Because I love you."
That's the answer that He reminds me of each time I wonder.
I have learned that it's in these times that I am compelled to lean more on Him and He is able to grow me and make me more like His Son, Jesus Christ.
Though these times are not 'fun', I have, in many ways, learned to look forward to them because I know that it's in these times the Lord will be doing something special in my life and His strength, mercy, and grace will be seen.
And it is in these times that being at the feet of Jesus really seems 'extra' sweet (if that's possible).
"I know, O LORD, that thy judgments are right, and that thou in faithfulness hast afflicted me." ~ Psalm 119:75
"My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing." ~ James 1:2-4
"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." ~ 2 Corinthians 12:9
"Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." ~ Philippians 4:11
By the way, I wanted to thank you for visiting my blog and for the kind and encouraging words you left. They were a blessing to me.
Also, thank you for adding us to your sidebar. ;o)
~ Mrs. K
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