Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Content

Content. My word for 2011. From dictionary.com, it is defined as "satisfied with what one is or has, not wanting more or anything else."

Is that a New Year's challenge or what? :)


I want to be content with my family. We have decided not to pursue foster adoption this year after all but still have the desire in our hearts. It was very disappointing to come to this decision but He is faithful to bring peace when we were willing to accept. So now, contentment will be 1)trusting God's timing for our family through it all and 2) being satisfied with where we are now and not worrying about where we might be someday.


I want to be content with my circumstances. With no major life altering events immediately ahead (none that we can see, only God knows), I feel a calm about the next 12 months. And a desire to make each day count, to be a better steward of my day to day responsibilities and relationships. And if a major life altering event does show up, I feel ready to take it on.


I want to be content in serving others. I want to look for more behind the scenes service opportunities, satisfied in obedience, not wanting more in return.

Clinging to this verse as I strive for contentment: Proverbs 16:9 "The mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps."