How Does One Box The Wind?

Words I have come to focus on; “Not by my will Lord but by Yours”. Notice I said focus on and not live by. I try to live by those words but, truth be told, I am not always quick to give up the reigns. Years ago, I had one of those store bought plates for my truck that said “God is my co-pilot”. My buddy Rob wondered about that and asked “if God is your co-pilot, does that mean that He is not in charge?”

Years ago, I gave my life to Christ and in the infancy in my walk, I truly believed I could do ministry so much better than anyone else. I had great ideas on how we could present God in a better light and make Him so much greater than anyone could imagine. I was in the driver’s seat and God was along for the ride. Was God watching me wondering what I was trying to accomplish and laughing in much the same way I laughed when I watched my son made some great discoveries at three and four years old? There were many times when I tried to put God into the box that fit my understanding only to realize that by doing so I wanted to walk with God on my terms, by my will. There are still times I do this and realize that, as Jesus was preparing for His own death He still called out “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” Luke 22:42 NIV.

God’s knowledge and wisdom are infinite and I am in constant awe of Him and of His perfect grace. Holy Spirit has been described as the breath of life or the wind. How does one contain the wind? I have come to realize that I am the boat upon the water and Holy Spirit is the wind in my sails. The beauty of the Lord is evident in what He does in my journey and not the other way around. Every time I go to take back the cup, put my hands on the wheel, take control, I must remember that God is the pilot, He is the wind in my sail and it is by His will that I must live.

This Sunday we delve into Romans 8 to look at how Holy Spirit gives us life and direction.

Pastor Todd