Wisdom Of The Rooms - 2020

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November 16

Quote of the Week

"God’s rejection is God’s protection."

Recently I had an opportunity that I was really excited about fall through unexpectedly. At first I was disappointed, then I grew angry, and then I began to examine my part. After determining, with the help of my sponsor, that my side of the street was clean, I began to feel like the universe was against me and that I might never get what I wanted. And that’s when I heard this quote.

Today’s wisdom immediately reminded me that I had turned my will and my life over to the care of a God of my understanding, and that after I took the appropriate actions, the results were no longer up to me. Despite my expectations, hopes, or desires, I was reminded that turning it over meant accepting God’s will for me, even if (and maybe especially if) things didn’t turn out the way I thought they should.

This realization soon brought about a new surrender. And for me, after many years in the program, I generally find that what I am surrendering is my limited vision for one that is grander, more fulfilling, and more appropriate for the person God intends for me to become. In hindsight, I find that God always has a better plan for me than any I can think up for myself. And today, rather than being frustrated by God’s rejection, I’ve come to value the protection He offers.