Because I had no access to a piano this past summer, adjusting to a four-hour practice day has been difficult. I have thanked the Lord for the minimal pain that I was sure would accompany the rigorous schedule. And now, in His goodness, He has seen fit to test my "continual thanksgiving" by allowing me to experience that pain. Although not substantial in light of many others' pains, I am dealing with both a physical and emotional struggle in this. For one, my fingers, wrists, and elbows hurt! But also, I believe the Lord has given me the gift to play, the opportunity to further develop it, the love of playing, and also the desire to do so for His glory. When I am hindered in furthering those pursuits, my finite mind wonders how such a hindrance could bring Him the glory I want to give. But truth reigns supreme, and I now have the opportunity to dwell on His promises of sovereignty, peace, hope, faithfulness, grace, and many others that sustain through difficult seasons. Would you pray with me that His glory would shine through this struggle, that I would joyfully persevere, and that others would see Him more clearly in my weakness?
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