This is a story of hope that will encourage you to never give up praying for those you love.

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Sometimes the very place God has brought us to is where we are “hemmed in” with no possibility of changing our circumstances by our own efforts. So when we have done all to stand, it is time to stand in faith (Ephesians 6:13-14). We can stand in obedience and faith and watch him “part the sea” before us.

They discuss the reality that the promises of God are often not meant just for one individual, but are meant to be blessings for the generations to come.

Kathi Pelton

By nature the human race desires answers to our questions from a young age. Around two years old a toddler will discover the word “why” and it will become one of their most frequently used words. The discovery of answers is how we learn and how we learn to navigate this world.

As we grow in maturity and develop our personal relationship with God we must learn to trust him without always demanding an answer to the many “whys” that surround our journeys as we walk with him. We know that he is good and that his plans are to bless us so we follow Him into unknown paths by faith believing that he will order our steps.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah‬ ‭29:11‬ ‭

Our family has followed his voice by moving to other cities, states and even other countries while not understanding the many questions that flooded our minds in the process. We could have spend sleepless nights trying to figure out the answers but we learned that when things are hidden from our understanding that God has a reason for that as well. In the place of answers he provides a peace that surpasses understanding!

You may be in the midst of a change or transition that causes you to have more questions than answers. You can ask him why but if he doesn’t answer then know that he has a reason for His silence. Lack of understanding should not shift your trust. You can trust him in the unknown; knowing that he is holding you and leading you with plans to prosper you and not harm you.

When I look back upon my many years of this walk of faith that my life has been on, I can truly say that I am grateful that he’s left many questions unanswered. If I had known more then I did at the time I might have feared that which I did not yet have grace to walk through or I may have misinterpreted the answer and altered the outcome.

One of my favorite verses in the Bible is Proverbs 16:9,

“A man’s mind plans his way [as he journeys through life], But the LORD directs his steps and establishes them.” Proverbs‬ ‭16:9‬ ‭AMP‬‬

Quite a few years ago now, I was praying for our son-in-law while he was facing a possible life altering decision. He was so afraid of making the wrong decision and asked me to pray. As I prayed for him I heard the Lord say to me,

“Tell him that he cannot miss.”

Honestly I thought that I heard wrong and prayed three more times asking the same question and getting the same answer.

I basically began to argue with God because I was thinking about how we have a free will and can make plans to go the wrong direction. Finally I changed my argument to a question and asked the Lord, “How can this could be true?” His answer amazed me.

He said,

“If a man’s steps are committed to Me then even if he makes plans that are not aligned with My then I will redirect them and establish them according to My will. Tell him he can’t miss!”

Wow! What comforting words for us all! These are words that bring great peace and have been proven to be true in my life. Worry flees when I believe those words. I can’t miss because my steps have been committed to him. Even if “my plans” get off track he will redirect and establish my steps according to his will— he will keep me from falling.

There is a song from a number of years ago that became a prayer for me and my family. It is called “Thy Will” by Hillary Scott. It is a prayer that is sung asking God for his will to be done. Here are some of the words,

“I know you see me
I know you hear me, Lord
Your plans are for me
Goodness you have in store

I know you hear me
I know you see me, Lord
Your plans are for me
Goodness you have in store
So

Thy will be done
Thy will be done
Thy will be done

Like a child on my knees
All that comes to me is
Thy will be done
Thy will be done
Thy will be done

I know you see me
I know you hear me, Lord”

(Writer(s): Hillary Scott, Emily Weisband and Bernie Herms)

Like a child we can trust our Father, even when we don’t understand. Even if you have things that you’re facing that cause the “why’s” to surface; the truth is that you will see his goodness as you put your trust in him and receive his peace that surpasses your need for understanding.

He is good and in the midst of your “whys” you will see His goodness come forth in your life. Continue to commit your steps and your plans to him and you will be the recipient of his goodness and witness of his faithfulness.

They share how they have been strengthened in hope through the years, even during times of difficulty, as they remember God’s kindness in bringing them together.

Our Lord creates markers of beauty in our lives that provide a sure foundation for first love, enabling us to maintain trust and hope in our covenant-keeping God despite the darkness in this world.

We do not hide our heads in the sand, but we keep our attention focused on beauty and majesty of the King who has all authority and who holds our lives in his hands!

One thing I have desired of the LORD,
That will I seek:
That I may dwell in the house of the LORD
All the days of my life,
To behold the beauty of the LORD,
And to inquire in His temple.

For in the time of trouble
He shall hide me in His pavilion;
In the secret place of His tabernacle
He shall hide me;
He shall set me high upon a rock.

And now my head shall be lifted up above my enemies all around me;
Therefore I will offer sacrifices of joy in His tabernacle;
I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the Lord.
Psalm 27:4-6

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Jeffrey shares a memory of becoming angry with God when he was a child, but in his late teen years he realized he was being drawn by mercy.

They discuss the deception sweeping through our young people, and how the Holy Spirit calls fathers and mothers to lay down their lives to strengthen the coming generations.

And yes—there was another “What is wrong with you…?”

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We begin with the infamous Facebook “FIEFDOM” controversy. Jeffrey and Kathi then discuss an incident while driving,

We spend time introducing ourselves and talking about our children and grandchildren.

We discuss the importance of stories as they help illustrate the truth of God in our lives. Stories in themselves are not “THE truth,” but they tell of the one who is Truth. God writes His stories through our lives.

Kathi once again asks Jeff “What is wrong with you?“

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Jeffrey and Kathi discuss weakness and how the power of God can be displayed, just as Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 12:9.

They tell stories of times in their lives when their best efforts fell short of being able to accomplish what they wanted to see in their lives, but through all the turmoil and failure, God has been glorified and caused His goodness to prevail.

God walks with us in our pain, to enable us to learn to overcome when we cooperate with Him. We don’t become victorious by ignoring the pain in our lives.

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