Life's Disciplines?

Today's devotional from Oswald Chambers "My Utmost for His Highest" spoke to me very clearly! Wow, why didn't I know this when I read this reading last February 14th? Matthew 10:27 says "Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what you hear in the ear, preach on the housetops." Chambers goes on to say "sometimes God puts us through the experience and discipline of darkness to teach us to hear and obey Him." I have to admit my life had been in darkness for one year; as I look back, I can see where God was trying to teach me discipline so I would be able to recognize His voice. Nothing more, and nothing less - just listen to Me says the Lord. Chambers also states that when you are in the darkness, keep your mouth closed and your ears open. Don't try to figure God out, just "Be still and know that I am God" Psalms 46:10 I tried to figure out what God was doing in my life and the life of my family. We all suffered with worry, fatigue and stress! All along God was trying to tell me to be quiet! If you are like me and like to talk and reason with the Lord, it can be very trying on the old brain!
Chambers states that "after every time of darkness, we should experience a mixture of delight and humiliation" that is where I am right now. I am in His delight and have learned so much about humiliation for which I am so very thankful.

I pray that whatever darkness surrounds you that you will be able to rest assured He is working and wants your total attention so He can bring you "delight and humiliation"

Blessings to you and don't forget to hug your daughter!
Gayle