Peace in the Valley

Today is a new day and I will rejoice in it.  

Easy words to say but much harder to do when you get up early and the only song that comes to your head is "Peace in the Valley".  The words, "Well I'm tired and I'm so weary, but I must toil on" is not a great way to get your day started.  

Our pastor has been teaching on seeking God's Favor and noted that it is mentioned 118 times in the Bible.  So each day I petition the Lord to give me His Favor, peace, and direction for the day and for me to demonstrate it with faith.  

But in trying to get a new product into the market I find business events put a strain on your faith, your life, and your family.  I have asked, "What am I missing along the way, Lord?"  And then I wait for Him to come into the office and tell me flat out.   Not being factious but just seeking answers and direction.

Looking at a first business email sent in 2006, I realized that I have been striving to sell our new products for four years as of today.  Where is the success?  Why haven't things sold?  What am I doing wrong?  What is it that God wants me to do?   And the questions go on and on.  

I have confided in a mentor to get his view and he said that he sees no place that I have gone against the Lord, as doors open and then close in the business environment.  Nor have I done things without sound business principles.  Yet the reality of today weighs heavily on my heart as I seek what the Lord has in store for our family.  

Nevertheless, I seek the face of the Lord to give our family direction, understanding, and peace.  I continue in faith so that we can have a story of encouragement for everyone some day.  Yes, that Peace in the Valley to be a strength for those starting down the same road.

It's tough being transparent but the Lord calls us all to grow and help each other in that way.  May you have that peace and Favor from the Lord today and every day!