A Good Recipe

Bible Reading: Psalm 31:1-3, 14-15

“I.think we made a big mistake coming here,” Kate told her dad. “Everything’s so different. Are you sure we shouldn’t have stayed where we were?”

Dad smiled. “I’m sure,” he said. “After praying a lot about it, Mom and I both sensed it was time to move on to a new ministry. We asked God to show us where we should serve Him, and He showed us the need in this town.”

“Well, I’m not sure I’ll ever get used to it,” said Kate. “I know you say God never makes any mistakes, but it still seems like a bigger town would be better. There’d be more people for you to reach—and more stuff for me to do.”

“Mail call!” Kate’s mother walked into the room and handed several envelopes to Dad. She smiled at Kate. “Why don’t you and I bake something this afternoon?” she said. “What sounds good?”

“Cookies!” replied Kate. “Let’s try that new recipe Grandma sent us. She says they’re really good.”

“Hold on a minute, Kate,” said Dad. “Are you sure you want to make those? Why don’t you look for a recipe online first? You might find one you like better.”

Kate frowned. “I’m sure I could find some good ones, but Grandma already tried the recipe she gave us, and she says it’s good.”

“And you trust her judgment?” Dad asked.

Kate gave her dad a puzzled look. “Of course I do.”

“I see. Well, do you think Grandma is more trustworthy than God is?” Dad asked. Seeing Kate’s confusion, he continued. “Would God guide us to a new ministry if He didn’t know it was best for us and would all work out for His glory?”

“Ohhh,” Kate said at last. “You’re saying if I can trust Grandma to send us a good recipe, I can trust God to send us to the right town.”

Dad nodded. “Jesus saved us and promises to work everything in our lives out for good. We can trust Him more than anybody.”

“Even if it means living in this town,” Kate said with a sigh. “I guess it’s God’s recipe for us right now—but can we please go try Grandma’s recipe too?” Smiling, Mom agreed. • Elaine M. Okupski

How About You?

Do you trust God—even when things aren’t the way you wish they were? He loves you and wants the best for you and for all of His children. Think about all the blessings He has given you—including the gift of His Son, Jesus. Then trust Him with your future, even during times when things aren’t going the way you’d like.

Today’s Key Verse:
Psalm 31:19 How great is Your goodness…which You have prepared for those who trust in You. (NKJV)

Today’s Key Thought:

God can be trusted