A New "Normal"

Lord, I used to know what to expect.  I used to know how much I could do.  I used to function at a much higher level.  But things have changed... changed dramatically.  My health has “gone south”.  I now live in a new “normal” and I’m not sure how to do that.  Time again, Lord, for more of Your all-sufficient grace for Your child so that others can see You in the midst of it all, not me.  I certainly can’t do this on my own... and don’t want to.  Help.......

You knew this was coming.  It did not surprise you.  “Have you not heard?  Long ago I ordained it.  In days of old I planned it; now I have brought it to pass, that you have turned fortified cities into piles of stone.” (1 Kings 19:25)  

You are doing great and mighty things through it all.  I don’t need to be frightened about this change.  “Be not afraid, O land; be glad and rejoice.  Surely the Lord has done great things.” (Joel 2:21)

You will take care of me in my new “normal”.  You always do.  “For I am the Lord, your God, Who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.” (Isaiah 41:13)

You will make this possible, Lord.  Nothing is impossible with You.  “I can do everything through Him Who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13)

Moment by moment, day by day keep my eyes on You, Lord.  You are the only way I can do this and You are enough.  All by Your grace....