We are often at odds with our wise and loving Lord because the change he is working on is not the change we have dreamt about. We dream about change in it, while God is working in the midst of it to change us.

Timothy D. Lane
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We are often at odds with our wise and loving Lord because the change he is working on is not the change we have dreamt about. We dream about change in it, while God is working in the midst of it to change us. The very essence of the human psyche is to strive for something better. We want to improve, but What if there's no way to improve? That's when it's time to grow up. When all your wishing won't help you get ahead, you'll have to do some growing up.

Source: How People Change: How Christ Changes Us By His Grace, Leaders Guide

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