“Yet you, Lord, are our father. We are the clay, you are the potter, we are all the work of your hand.” Isaiah 64:8
The Shaping Hands of God
Sweet mamas, what comes to your mind when you hear the story of the potter and the clay? This parable reminds me that God is intimately at work in every one of our lives. Throughout our lifetime, the trials, storms, and miracles are all used by God to shape and mold the deepest parts of His children’s souls and minds.
This shaping process can feel overwhelming, especially when there are many areas in which we fall short or constantly think we need to overcome or improve. Sometimes, this state of our hearts can feel paralyzing, and we find ourselves feeling like a hopeless case.
If this is you, my friend, listen to the Father and allow Him to remind you of the truth from His Word. These two verses bring comfort to my soul when I feel overwhelmed by a constant need to improve:
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30)
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” (Matthew 7:7)
You see, friends, the Father is telling us we can come to Him and learn from Him! We can ask for more of His peace or guidance, and it will be freely given. We don’t have to stress about falling short and thinking it is all up to us to improve ourselves. Doesn’t that just bring joy to your heart?
As you meditate on these Scriptures, allow the overwhelming feelings of doubt, fear, and insecurity to fade away. Remember, He is the Potter, and you are the clay.
Blessings and Love,
Meagan
Go Deeper:
Pray and ask Jesus to continue to mold you and shape you until you look like Him.
During your time with the Lord, write down what the potter and the clay mean to you. Ask the Lord what the most important thing is for you to work on now that will help you look a little more like Him.
What’s Next?
Develop a daily habit of reading Scripture. The Word of God is active and alive! Mediate on the very words of God. Allow these precious Scriptures given by the Holy Spirit and the Almighty God to encourage you as you live your life in trust. His Word will comfort you when you feel burdened.
Allow your Father to mold you as you rest in the Potter’s hands, but stop trying to be perfect. Relax in the love of God. He is the one who brings about lasting change.
Here’s an idea for your children: Give your kids some play-dough to mold and shape into whatever their hearts desire. As they are creating, use this time to read the Scriptures and talk to them about the potter and the clay.
Meagan is the wife to a bearded carpenter named Ryan. Together they are raising five warriors. Charlie, Audrey, Georgia, Grace, and Judah. The Witt’s are excepting their sixth child this September.
Meagan is learning to believe God for the dreams He places in her heart and to love the people in her life well. She desires to live a life completely out of the ordinary and lead by the Holy Spirit.
You can find Meagan with a baby on her hip, chasing dreams, capturing moments and collecting memories.
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