Behind the Scenes
by Tanya Person
I’ve had the opportunity lately to go see some plays. Some were professional and some were amateur, but I realized something amazing. There were many set changes and costume changes that were done in such a way that the people watching the scene on stage didn’t realize all the flurry of activity that was happening behind the stage. We were able to be caught up in the story being told and just enjoy it. Meanwhile, in the background (as I know from experience with my kids in productions) there was a flurry of activity to make sure everything was ready for the next part of the story.
This made me think about our lives and how God sets the stage for us to live our lives through each chapter of our story. We can see through different stories in the Bible how God set the stage and put his people in place so that His will would be accomplished.
I remember Daniel was praying, and when the angel showed up in answer to his prayer, Daniel found out there was a battle going on in the spiritual realm. He didn’t see it, but God was working behind the scenes!
It is so amazing that God can orchestrate everything and yet still give us free will choice. As our key verse today says, ‘God works all things together for our good if we love Him and are called according to His purposes’. And Proverbs 16:3 says, ‘Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans’ (NIV).
Today, I encourage all of us to look to the Lord. Let’s ask Him to direct each step of our life and walk in faith, knowing that He is working behind the scenes to create a beautiful performance for His glory.
Tanya Person Tanya and her husband, Jim, were missionaries to Hungary for over 18 years. They have worked with Ellel since 2005. After serving in various positions with Ellel in Central and Eastern Europe, God led them back to the United States, where they are now serving with the Ellel USA team. They have a passion to see leaders restored, the church discipled and walking in God’s fullness of life and freedom, and for mentoring the existing and developing team. Tanya also enjoys crocheting and knitting in her free time and has written some children’s picture books.
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