I remember just a few years ago when life was all about me. I lived in this world where pretty much everything was about me and life was simple.

But then I met an awesome girl.

And I bought her a ring.

And this girl wanted a dog.

And we dreamed of having our own home.

And everything in our home broke.

And the bills piled up.

And we were blessed with a child.

And we felt beyond exhausted.

And life got chaotic quick.

I find it interesting how we willfully add complications into our lives. Don’t get me wrong, these things can be the best kind of complicated, but challenging nonetheless.

My definition of complicated consists of many parts. Life was fairly easy when it only consisted of one part (me). But now almost every day I’m faced with a completely new type of challenge. The challenge to maintain my home. The challenge to put my wife’s needs before mine. The challenge to love my son when I’m so tired. The challenge to walk my dog when it’s raining and cold. These are not complaints; these are blessings. But I need strength.

My definition of busy and exhausted continues to evolve. But along with this, my definition of God’s faithfulness does too. I’ve seen that he is faithful to guide me and give me the strength I need in each of life’s seasons. I’m a lucky guy, and I wouldn’t trade any of my beautiful complications for anything.

If your life feels chaotic today, you can join me in reflecting on how many of these “complications” are actually answered prayers. Now, let’s meditate on God’s Word together: 

1. Lamentations 3:22-23 (GNTD)
   The Lord's unfailing love and mercy still continue, fresh as the morning, as sure as the sunrise.
2. Hebrews 10:23 (GNTD)
   Let us hold on firmly to the hope we profess, because we can trust God to keep his promise.
3. Psalm 121:1-2 (GNTD)
   I look to the mountains; where will my help come from? My help will come from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
4. Isaiah 26:3 (GNTD)
   You, Lord, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm and put their trust in you.
5. Psalm 46:1 (GNTD)
   God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.