Saturday, April 26, 2008

Little Surprises & Big Revelations

This morning, Tom found another $20 bill under his keyboard!

Thank You, Jesus, for these little surprises and sweet reminders that You are always here, always providing.

I love how He does this—not just meeting our needs, but doing it in a way that makes us smile.

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For years, I had server nightmares after leaving the restaurant industry. It was always the same—chaos, stress, and being completely unprepared.

At first, the dreams were all about:

• Too many customers, too few supplies—no glasses, ice, or beverages.

• Not having my uniform, apron, change purse, or even shoes!

• Not knowing my schedule—wandering around unsure if I was even supposed to be working.

Then something began to shift.

• Suddenly, I had all my supplies, but I didn't know my section.

• Then last night… something amazing happened.

I was waiting tables effortlessly, anticipating customers' needs, joking with them, and completely in the zone. No stress. No panic. Just peace and control.

How ironic!

When I was in control of my life, working hard and handling everything myself, my dreams were completely out of control.

But now, when I have surrendered control to God, my dreams reflect order and peace.

What a powerful picture of what God is doing in me.

This whole journey—trusting Him, walking in faith, learning to let go—it’s shifting something deep inside. I no longer have to grasp for control because He already has it all under control.

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Lord, I See What You're Saying

These dreams are Your way of showing me what You're doing in my heart. You are teaching me to:

• Trust Your provision instead of trying to force my own.

• Rest in Your control instead of fighting for mine.

• Move in peace and confidence instead of fear and uncertainty.

Lord, I surrender again today.

Take the "server nightmares" of my life, and turn them into "peaceful, in-the-zone" moments with You.

Thank You for restoring order where there was once only chaos.

Thank You for the sweet reminders—in dreams, in little surprises under keyboards, in every moment—that You are always here, leading the way.