Again, we as His servants must adjust our lives to what G-d is doing. G-d is not our “genie in the bottle” who must adjust to our great plans.  If we will not submit, G-d will allow us to screw up again and again.

Do you find yourself working on straightening out one situation after another in your life? 

Are you constantly struggling just to get by?

Sometimes you will hear this referred to as going around the same mountain again and again until you learn what G-d is trying to teach you. How many times do you want to go around the same mountain? 

What activity is MOST important for you to do, in order to recognize what G-d is doing so you can join Him?  

Pay attention and listen

Respond when He calls

Ask for daily direction and understanding

Yes Lord, I'll follow You wherever You lead.

Enjoy a daily intimate relationship with G-d

Rely on G-d to supply every need

Isaiah 46: 9,10 And do not forget the things I have done throughout history. For I am G-d – I alone! I am G-d, and there is no one else like Me. Only I can tell you what is going to happen even before it happens. Everything I plan will come to pass, for I do whatever I wish. 

Have you ever said something like this?  “Lord, I really want to know your will. Stop me if I am wrong, and bless me if I am right.”  - or - “Lord I will proceed in this direction. Close the door if it is not in your will.”

Is this Scriptural?  

Isaiah 55:8 "My thoughts are completely different from yours," says the LORD. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.

When we try to do the work of G-d in our own ways and in our own strength, it’s like this story…

Wishing to encourage her young son's progress on the piano, a mother took the small boy to a concert featuring a renowned pianist.  After they were seated, the mother spotted a friend in the audience and walked down the aisle to greet her.  Seizing the opportunity to explore the wonders of the concert hall, the little boy rose and eventually explored his way through a door marked "NO ADMITTANCE."

When the house lights dimmed and the concert was about to begin, the mother returned to her seat and discovered that her son was missing. The curtains parted and spotlights focused on the impressive grand piano on stage.  In horror, the mother saw her little boy sitting at the keyboard, innocently picking out "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star."

At that moment, the great piano master made his entrance, quickly moved to the piano, and whispered in the boy's ear, "Don't quit.  Keep playing."  Then, leaning over, the great pianist reached down with his left hand and began filling in a bass part.  Soon his right arm reached around to the other side of the child and he added a running obligato.  Together, the old master and the young novice transformed a frightening situation into a wonderfully creative experience.  The audience was mesmerized.

That's the way it is with G-d.  What we can accomplish on our own is hardly noteworthy.  We try our best, but the results aren't exactly graceful flowing music.  But with the hand of the Master, our life's work truly can be beautiful.  Next time you set out to accomplish great feats, listen carefully.  You can hear the voice of the Master whispering in your ear, "Don't quit.  Keep playing." Feel His loving arms around you. Know that His strong hands are playing the concerto of your life.  Remember, G-d doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called.  He'll always be there to love and guide you on to great things.  Keep the faith, and keep playing. Together, you and the Master will make beautiful music.

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