Let go and let God

When you’re a person that tends to do things for himself it is incredibly hard to lay in bed and not be able to do certain things yourself. Don’t get me wrong. I have been blessed with a wife and a family that would do pretty much anything for me. The day I came out of hospital my son and daughter “conspired” dinner with their dad that evening. Nate’s boss kept him at the office a bit longer than planned. He arrived home and went straight into the kitchen to start cooking. My girlie, with her bunch, arrived with her part of the food. They sat on the floor in our bedroom, and we had dinner together.

No, I’m talking about wanting to get something done and not being able to go get my tools from the workshop and get on with it. I realized that I had taught my children many things over the years. It’s time to let them do things. To let go of the reigns and allow them to do. Being a perfectionist also doesn’t make it any easier for my kids. They are at times worried that they’re not going to do it to my satisfaction. I realized that I am grateful that they want to serve their dad. I received a precious compliment yesterday. I friend told me that I have been serving for years, and to allow myself to be served.  It takes a while to sink in.

Today a “word” came from three different people, that I believe God wanted me to hear. First, one of my lifelong friends posted just those words. Then a friend shared the same words. Then finally while chatting to two of my US sisters, one said it again….Let go and let God. I am definitely guilty of believing that I should “be doing”. Our pastor preached this morning that when we rest at the Father’s feet, He “does”!