Let Go

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

We are strange (and I'm not just speaking for myself [smiles]). We want to hang on to everything. We say some have control issues, when in fact, we all do (yes, all of us). I can't tell you how many times I've read Proverbs 3:5-6. I can tell you that it's an inspirational verse full of instruction and promise, yet often enough we choose to simply view it as simply an "inspirational verse" without application. I am so very guilty of this. Why do we have such trouble recognizing the need to simply let go? And when we recognize it, why is it so hard to accomplish? It's hard because we think we know what's best for us. The reality is like the game and we don't have a CLUE!

Not long ago, I found a letter that my dad wrote to me back in 2002, two years before he passed away. His words touched my heart six years ago, but the other day they touched my soul. "Candace, if you want a dress, you go to the dress store. If you want true happiness you go to Him and you let go," he wrote. I have to remind myself to just let go and let Him have control.

My dad's words were simple yet the truth they hold is abundant. If you want true happiness you go where you will find it--God--and when you get there, let go and "He shall direct your paths." If you think you are truly happy try "letting go," trust in the Lord with all your heart, and I promise your definition of happiness will change. While I have to often remind myself to let go, the direction He takes me and the joy He brings is more than worth it.
Lord, please remind me to always "let go."

Now your turn. Try it. You won't be disappointed.