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They All Work Together…

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In my native language, we have a saying that ‘if I start to count the goodness of the Lord, night will come and the day will break over and over again.’

They may sound like mundane stuff but in my heart they speak of the abundance of God’s grace.

There were very trying moments of 2015 for me and my family, but one big lesson that I learnt and would continue to carry over is that being thankful and committing my prayers to my Lord and Master eases my burden for sure.

This time last year, I was ensconced in my lovely house back in Houston. No way on my radar did the move to Dubai really feature.

Like the saying that, tomorrow is pregnant and backing a child as well, by the second quarter of 2015, we made a major migratory move across the Continent from US to UAE and I am grateful that it went smoothly.

I am grateful that we have adjusted to our beautiful environment and embracing it as well. It has not been a seamless effort, but since I chose to look at the rickety parts of the bigger picture with positive lens, it has made the journey more interesting and adjusting far easier.

I look at 2016 with expectant eyes. I have no idea what it will bring forth, who knows?

There might be major changes yet again or minor ones but this I know for sure ”that all things work together for my own good.” 

Have you taken a look at your big picture lately? What do the lines tell you? You might be surprised to realize that as displaced as some of your lines may be, they fall in perfect places and that is enough reason to be thankful.

You can join Colline’s  or Maria Jansson gratitude challenge platforms.

© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha

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A wordsmith with a vivid imagination, an eager mind and a burning desire to carve out tales. As I journey with my muse to that land of all possibilities and self discovery, I hope my personal evolution will serve as a beacon of inspiration for anyone who chooses to stop by.

31 thoughts on “They All Work Together…”

  2. I am living example of what you have posted…I am an avid follower of Law of attraction and the “Art of Gratitude” has so much to do with this. Its a shame if people find this “Mundane”. I say people should try this magic and see the degree of changes they welcome in their lives!!! Good post…I am loving this personally a lot!!

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      1. It wasnt just words… I was feeling so drowsy and yr post came up and it was all a heartfelt comments!! Look for forward for more post similar to it in future from you!! Spread the magic 🙂

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  7. Amen! The key is that all works together for our good. The valley is where we grow in strength and understanding of this very important concept. “It is in our very own struggles that we begin to discern the unfolding blessing.” @Emma Ortega Negrete
    Continued blessings, Emma

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  8. I love that part where you said you never saw your move to UAE coming…you no our father in Heaven knows how to throw up the surprises in the midst of our unpleasant situations. I’d say 2016 holds a promise of better things. Thanks for sharing.

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I love it when you decorate my heart with your words..