March 20 Care Group

We began the evening with great snacks from Sue, then sang about the Throne of Grace and How Good It Is to be loved by our Lord.

We read Chapter 7 of our book. Tony read Philippians 4:11-12 "Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need."

We all must learn contentment as life's experiences squeeze us, shape us and press us. This isn't easy or pleasant. Sometimes it hurts.

Just like a Potter with the clay, His hands weigh down on us and make us more like Him. We all need His work so much in our lives. We tend to be dull and learn slowly. He is patient and continues to work in us for our good and His glory.

Our prayer is "Lord, please help us to remember that You're still there when it feels like nothing is underneath us holding us up."

We just look to His providence as a comfort in times of trial.

Can you reflect on situations that God has allowed to teach you contentment in life? It's good for us to give thanks to God and see what He's working into us.

We can't be overly concerned with our reputations, our own agendas and our comfort.

There may be times when we can't really see what God is doing or even how He could get glory from certain trials. But that doesn't mean we can't trust Him to be sustaining us and taking care of us in every way.