The Joy Of Disappointment
Our Daily Bread Radio is hosted by Les Lamborn
While in Bible college, I auditioned for one of the school’s
traveling musical teams. I was excited about the thought of being able
to be involved in that ministry, but was crushed when I failed to make
the team. In my disappointment, I could only trust that God’s purposes
were greater than mine.
Months later, I had the opportunity to join a different musical team,
but as the Bible teacher. The results were more than I could have
imagined. Not only was my future wife a part of that team, allowing us
to serve Christ together, but it also gave me many opportunities to
preach over the next 3 years—priceless preparation for a life of
ministry in the Word.
Many times we struggle with the reality that our Father knows what is
best. We assume our way is right. But, as we rest in Him, His purposes
always prove to be for our good and His praise. To be honest, that’s
easy to see when the outcome is better than we had hoped, but difficult
when we can’t see the good right now or maybe won’t till heaven.
As wise King Solomon said, “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” (Prov.
3:5-6).
Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah,
Pilgrim through this barren land.
I am weak, but Thou art mighty;
Hold me with Thy powerful hand. —Williams
Pilgrim through this barren land.
I am weak, but Thou art mighty;
Hold me with Thy powerful hand. —Williams
God’s purpose for today’s events
may not be seen until tomorrow.
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