Adjust: To change (something) in a minor way so that it works better. To change in order to work or do better in a new situation.
Making adjustments in our lives are mandatory for our growth spiritually. Some are quite simple while others take a lot more self control, or motivation on our part. Adjustments are important and they are necessary.
Why? Why must we adjust? Because things change. The one thing that is certain is change itself. The way we handle change is our choice. We can choose to be bitter, angry, and frustrated, or find new ways to "adjust" our attitude, or behaviors. The one thing we must not do, is give up.
I have had to make many adjustments in my life. I am not going to tell you that I have run to each new challenge with praise in my heart, and smile on my face. Nope, many adjustments were made with me dragging my feet, and pouting all the way. And quite frankly, many times I've wanted to give up.
I will tell you right now, that not one "God" adjustment that I've made has been a mistake.
A God adjustment is my term I use. It is when God has laid something on my heart to change. Sometimes it is my attitude about a situation or person. Other times it is my behavior that needs an adjustment.
Here is the tricky part about change. You can't do it for others. God has a plan for everyone's life, and it's great when they coincide. But the harsh truth is, that a lot of times they won't. We are all unique individuals, and we all have free will. This does not mean stop praying. Remember we have a God that performs miracles. He loves you like no other, so if he's leading you to an adjustment, there is a reason.
If this was meant for you today, I pray you take that first step. It might be scary, and uncomfortable, but please don't forget who is holding your hand the whole way.
Making adjustments in our lives are mandatory for our growth spiritually. Some are quite simple while others take a lot more self control, or motivation on our part. Adjustments are important and they are necessary.
Why? Why must we adjust? Because things change. The one thing that is certain is change itself. The way we handle change is our choice. We can choose to be bitter, angry, and frustrated, or find new ways to "adjust" our attitude, or behaviors. The one thing we must not do, is give up.
I have had to make many adjustments in my life. I am not going to tell you that I have run to each new challenge with praise in my heart, and smile on my face. Nope, many adjustments were made with me dragging my feet, and pouting all the way. And quite frankly, many times I've wanted to give up.
I will tell you right now, that not one "God" adjustment that I've made has been a mistake.
A God adjustment is my term I use. It is when God has laid something on my heart to change. Sometimes it is my attitude about a situation or person. Other times it is my behavior that needs an adjustment.
Here is the tricky part about change. You can't do it for others. God has a plan for everyone's life, and it's great when they coincide. But the harsh truth is, that a lot of times they won't. We are all unique individuals, and we all have free will. This does not mean stop praying. Remember we have a God that performs miracles. He loves you like no other, so if he's leading you to an adjustment, there is a reason.
If this was meant for you today, I pray you take that first step. It might be scary, and uncomfortable, but please don't forget who is holding your hand the whole way.
