Time in Between

"Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when men succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.  Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; do not fret - it leads only to evil.  For evil men will be cut off, but those who hope in the Lord will inherit the land."  -Psalm 37:7-9

Have you ever had such a strong desire for something that is almost hurt?  Or have you ever loved someone so much that you can hardly get enough at times?  I have felt both of these things on a number of occasions... and even at this very moment.  As I anticipate Thanksgiving, I am immediately reminded of how thankful I am for my relationship with God, my amazing husband, all of the very special family and friends I have, and all of the blessings I have been given on this earth - my job, my warm home, food, clothing, etc.

But today I am reminded to be thankful for something different.  Something that at the time I seldom am thankful for but someday will look back and realize it was one of the most amazing moments of my life because God was teaching me, He was using me, and He was growing me through a situation.  This has definitely been one of those years for me.  And even though it's not over, I know God is sustaining me in this "time in between."  I will wait patiently for His plan.

Time in Between… Francesca Battistelli