There are days when I wonder how much more stretching I can take at the hand of the Father. Today was one of those days that leaves me feeling stretched and pulled and weary from the process. Drained emotionally, yet with maybe a few good tears still left in the well.

What I realize in the middle of all of this is that my Father hasn't left me, He still holds me close. I think without that reassurance, I would be nothing but someone waiting to be a flat line. He gives my life meaning and purpose and without that, it really is hopeless. I just had a mental image of a piece of driftwood bobbing up and down on the water. Yep, that's what I would be - floating driftwood. Instead, I am firmly anchored, rooted down deep, in the midst of what appears to be choppy waters. I am safe and I am secure!

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding........Yes, today, that is where I need to remain. Trusting Him with all of my heart, not just seperate pieces. And my own understanding will only cause me trouble, so it is better to rest and rely on His wisdom and leading.

In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.......I acknowledge YOU, Father and follow Your lead!

Praise God, He is bigger than me and can pick me up and comfort me. I hold on for LIFE!