Manipulation
Isn’t it just a nasty word? For some, it may bring heartache
or anger, reminding them of the past- maybe themselves or loved ones who have
been manipulated by another person or situation. No one I know thinks
manipulation of a person in a positive light.
But can manipulation be a good thing? A doctor can actually
manipulate a “frozen” shoulder while a patient is under anesthesia to get it
rotating again, and to regain function of the shoulder. That’s a good thing.
I just returned from a women’s conference featuring the
famous bible teacher Beth Moore. The conference was amazing and 9,000 women
strong. There was worship music, great bible teaching, and so much more.
One thing keeps coming up in my head is from when Beth
prayed. In more than one instance, Beth prayed for manipulation. When she said
it, it caught me so off guard. The word manipulation has such a negative
meaning for me. I am somewhat of a
control freak, and that word means I am not in control. Beth prayed for God to
manipulate our lives, circumstances and situations for His good will. I often pray for intercession, or God’s hand
to be in situations, but I have never prayed for God to manipulate me, or my
life. What a thought!!!
Manipulation has been in my daily prayers since I left the
conference. I want God to use me for good. I want HIS will for my life, not
mine. I pray for God to manipulate me, my interactions, my circumstances, my
friends, my family, and my whole world for HIS will.
My prayer for you today is that he does the same for you-
Manipulation.
-Andi
-Andi
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