When I look back to the days before I was married, and not where I should have been with God, it makes me thankful that while I was in that time-God still had my back. I left home at 18 and got a job and rented a room in another city than where my parent's lived. It was great to finally be on my own and do what I wanted to do without them looking over my shoulder. Or so I thought at that time.I dated several guys that year and when I think of them now, I shake my head at just how gullible I had been. Granted, that year was a learning experience. And I can say with all honesty, that I am glad that I had it. But I could have ended up in place that would have must worse than anything I can imagine. And I know it was the prayers of my dad that kept me safe from what could have been. God closed the door to the guys that I had dated during that time and brought along the man that I ended up marrying, I do believe. Oh, not that things with him were so rosy either. We went through many hard times for the next several years after we were married. But God knew what was best for us both. That we needed the kind of mate that would draw out the best in both of us, Even if it was not right away. And believe me when I say, God is still working on that part of us.However, those bad times we had, made us stronger people in the long run. He did close the doors to those other guys because he knew I was worth so much more than what I would have been, with any of them. And I will always be thankful for that. If he closes the door for you, it is because you are worth more to him instead of letting you settle for less. He has a plan and a purpose far greater than you may ever know. So don't live your life in regret for any door he closes. He loves you and has your best interest at heart. And he may save you from more pain than you can imagine.
Scripture for the day:
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10
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May the Lord bless you, and keep you and give you peace today!
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