It seems that one reason I get in the way is that I somehow believe the force of my logic or the sharp edge to my words will bear fruit in others' lives. This obviously reveals a false hope in my ability rather than trust in the only true hope which is in God alone. I get in the way because I have deluded myself into thinking that I have to do something. But I have no power to effect lasting change at the level of the heart of another. God has not given me that responsibility. My speaking truth in love may be a part of what he is doing in someone else’s life or not.
“But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him.” Jeremiah 17:7 Father, I do not want to continue to be a hindrance in other people’s life. I do want to offer the hope of the gospel and I know I must do so by faith in you. I pray for your help in understanding how to be a part of what you’re doing and trusting solely in your great goodness.
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