Delayed

How many of you have experienced a delay? We know it all too well, they are inconvenient, frustrating, and  even annoying. Whether it is something small like missing a bus or major like loosing a job. Some don't see Gods hand at work when the delay takes place. Many of you focus on what was lost instead of turning to God during this time. Do you ever think that the delay is Gods way of protecting us. Maybe he has a greater blessing in store for you. Maybe some things need to be shifted or adjusted so you can be better. Although inconvenient at times, we need to learn to embrace the blessing in the delay. A delay doesn't mean that God is telling you NO it just means not right now. 


For example, one afternoon I watched an episode of VH1's Behind the Music, the episode showcased Jennifer Hudson. For those of you who don't know, this show tells the story of an artist and their rise to fame. Jennifer Hudson was a competitor on American Idol and made it to the final two and lost to Fantasia. People were telling her even though she had lost, the record exec's would be knocking down her door and to just give it time. Well a year went by and nothing happened. One day she got a call to audition for the part of Effie in the film Dream Girls. She got the part and her life has never been the same. Every award she got nominated for she won from Grammy's to Oscars.


I know that some of you maybe experiencing a delay in life and may feel like giving up. I know its frustrating, and you might not be able to see how God is going to work it out, but trust him. Please know that you may not always understand all you may go through, but it serves a bigger and greater purpose in your life. Romans 8:28 NKJV says "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." Remember, don't get caught up in what went wrong but focus on God and the lesson that is being taught. 

Be Blessed