10/08/2026
Our kids were noisy little chatterboxes, filling the house with constant 'noise'. Yet, interestingly, both of them managed to learn the same first word: "No!"
As we laughed and shared this memory during one of our family devotion nights, the sweetness of that moment revealed a deeper truth to me. It gently reminded me of the many ‘No's’ I have received from our Heavenly Father and how, just like a parent, His boundaries have always been wrapped in love.
I often catch myself feeling discontent. Even though my needs are fully met, my list of wants keeps growing. I feel dejected or empty when what I want isn’t what I have or get. But the truth is, God cares too much about us to give us everything we want, yet He loves us immensely and will always meet our needs.
: His "NO" or "NOT YET" isn't a denial of love; it’s a protective shield. This is where .
When we don't get what we want, it teaches us to rely on who He is. Those moments are a "training gym" for our faith, teaching us to trust His vision.
Our desires change with the seasons, but His blueprint for our lives is anchored on a rock-solid . He scouts the path ahead, withholding the things that might harm us to make room for what will truly fulfil us. Trust His boundaries; they always lead to His goodness.
"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." — (Philippians 4:19) These remind us that a closed door from a loving Father is better than an open door that leads us astray.
He knows what we need before we even ask! 🙌✨
