Change is gonna come

Jeremiah 29:11-13 KJV"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart."
You are not satisfied with your routine. You have a great family. You are working at a decent company for decent pay (or a great company for great pay). You may be active socially, involved in the community, have fascinating hobbies. And yet there’s something missing. Maybe you simply need to alter your routine, or maybe you are ready for a significant and substantial spiritual change in your life. Here’s how to tell if the answer is: You’re ready for the change to happen.

Long before we acknowledge that we’re ready for a change, our heart is well aware and working on making it happen. If you find yourself thinking about a different lifestyle, if your thoughts wander off to things you’d much rather be doing, or if activities you used to be excited about don’t bring the same level of interest, this could be a sign you’re poised for a spiritual change.

When those you respect, suggest that not only are you ready for a change but you need to change. There’s nothing like confirmation from those you love, trust, and have your best interest at heart that the restlessness you’ve been feeling in your heart is present for a reason. Often, we dismiss and/or overlook what our hearts tell us. When people who are important to us take us aside and share what they’ve noticed, it may be time to consider a new paths to find the direction of God.

Do you sometimes feel uninspired? When people ask, “How’s it going?” is your response often lukewarm? Are you unchallenged? Maybe you’re not in a rut now, but are you headed in that direction? Are you eager to do something different or learn something new? Several “yeses” to these questions signal you’re on the horizon of change and that God is dealing with you about it.

Along with inspiration, energy levels can suggest whether you’re in a “good place.” At the end of the day, do you feel drained (depleted) or empowered (energized)? If you feel empowered, energized, lifted, or if you’re tired, encouraged by the goals you’re striving for, change probably isn’t necessary. On the other hand, when you end your day depleted and wondering where renewal will come from, your life is in the “ready, set” position for God to do something different within you.

When you believe, are told, or know that you were meant to do something more with your life, don’t be afraid to act on that knowledge. You may just discover the change your life has been seeking as God opens new doors for you.
-If there are things you want to do, but in your current position can’t because of situations you inherited, trust God to make the change.
-If you want to make a difference, but you don’t think you can because of past limitations, let go and let God do His thing.
-If you ask, “Why did God put me  here?”, you must realize He had a reason. Believe that He will reveal to you why.