God Is Good: More Than Words We Say

This morning, a sweet friend shared Psalm 92:4: "You thrill me, Lord, with all You have done for me! I sing for joy because of what You have done." The moment I read it, I smiled because it perfectly captured what has been on my heart these past few days.

Life has been incredibly busy lately. In fact, this has probably been one of the busiest summers our family has ever had. Between projects, deadlines, writing curriculum, family activities, travel, and preparing for what comes next, the days have seemed to fly by faster than I can keep up with them.

One of the projects that has occupied much of my time has been writing a curriculum, and I can honestly say it has been a joy. I have loved digging into God's Word, organizing thoughts, and creating something that I hope will encourage and equip others. It has reminded me how much I enjoy teaching and how grateful I am for opportunities to use the gifts God has given me.

In the middle of all the busyness, however, I have found myself stopping often just to praise Him.

Not because everything is perfect. Not because life is easy. But because God is good.

This summer has been filled with reminders of His kindness. We were able to spend time with family. I was able to get my driver's license again, something that may sound small to some people but felt huge to me. After losing part of my mobility and dealing with physical limitations, I wasn't sure I would ever feel confident behind the wheel again. Driving was always something I enjoyed, and for a long time I questioned whether that chapter of my life was over.

Apparently, it wasn't. So watch out, Mississippi! I am back on the roads. God is good.

We were also able to spend time with dear friends from Georgia, friends we have known since before our son was even born. There is something refreshing about being with people who have walked through so many seasons of life with you. The conversations, the laughter, the familiar jokes that never seem to get old, the exchange of ideas, the joy of being known and loved, it was good for my soul. We left those moments feeling encouraged, refreshed, and grateful.

And the summer isn't over yet. We still have more plans ahead, more special friends coming to visit, more opportunities to create memories together.

As I reflect on all of it, one thought keeps coming back to me: How blessed am I?

Not because everything has always gone according to MY plan. Anyone who knows my story knows that is certainly not the case. There have been disappointments, losses, setbacks, uncertainties, and seasons I would never have chosen for myself. There have been days when I could not understand what God was doing and moments when the future felt unclear.

But looking back, I can see His hand in all of it.

What seemed like obstacles became stepping stones. What felt like detours became part of His direction. What appeared to be closed doors led to better paths than I could have imagined.

That is why I have learned not to measure God's goodness by my circumstances. Circumstances change constantly. Good seasons come and go. Difficult seasons come and go. Health changes. Finances change. Opportunities change. People come and people leave.

But God remains the same.

When our purpose is to glorify Him, we can trust Him with the details. We can trust Him to provide. We can trust Him to guide. We can trust Him to bring the people He wants into our lives and remove the things that do not belong there. We can trust that even the painful chapters are accomplishing something greater than we can see at the moment.

One day, we'll look back and realize that what felt like a setback was simply another step toward where God was leading us all along.

Friend, if you find yourself in a difficult season today, don't let your circumstances determine your view of God. Instead, let God determine your view of your circumstances. His goodness is not dependent on your current situation. His faithfulness is not limited by what you can see today.

Keep trusting Him. Keep serving Him. Keep glorifying Him.

One day you will look back and see His fingerprints all over the journey. 

Love, 

Andrea Anderegg