God is making a way in the wilderness - connecting the dots

"Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert" ISAIAH 43:19

... Like my friends, all of us face disappointments. Our lives look vastly different than we imagined they would. People dream of certain careers and accomplishments, but family issues or unexpected events make careers take a backseat. Young lovers believe they will have the perfect family, yet somehow their family doesn't even resemble their vision. Today, if you are feeling weary and disappointed about your life, allow yourself to grieve. To mourn the loss of what you hoped for. But then after you have lamented, wash your face, trust God, and embrace the life he's given you. Into a world of great sadness and loss, God told his people, "Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert" (Isaiah 43:18–19). The Lord is indeed doing a new thing in my life. And yours as well. He is making a way in the wilderness and forging streams in the wasteland. Lean into it, and embrace it. God is doing something beautiful. Dear God, thank you for paving a way for my weary soul in the wilderness. In Jesus' name, amen.