God's Help

This morning I was reading a selection of Genesis, and this verse was especially encouraging:
Exodus 4:11-12
The Lord said to him, "Who gave man his mouth?  Who makes him deaf or mute?  Who gives him sight or makes him blind?  Is it not I, the Lord?  Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say."
I have some important observations and evaluations coming up...I've been fighting off worried thoughts, trying not to let nervousness steal my joy as I prepare for my evaluations.  So much depends on them...I give my all every day, however, this is where 'the rubber meets the road,' this is my chance to shine while my overseers take a short while to watch me teach.

It is heartening reading the story of Moses's life this morning.  He was a flawed individual, prone to making mistakes, often angering God, but still given God's grace and forgiveness.  In spite of his fears, sin, and poor choices, God used him to save many people. 

The Israelites were in an unfair situation.  They had been suffering and waiting for God's help for many years.  In God's perfect timing, He planned a fantastic escape that was filled with drama and miracles.  I've been noticing that God's stories are often thrilling and poignant.  God could just wave the problems away, however, our Master Storywriter chooses to create life stories that inspire and excite instead.

Sometimes I can't help but wish that God would just sweep my challenges away, and make my life easier.  But I know that whatever challenges he leads me through, and whatever difficulties he saves me from will bring him glory and make the story of my life more interesting.  And who doesn't  love a good story? 

Psalm 22:19
But you, O Lord, be not far off;
O my Strength, come quickly to help me. 

I need to view all situations that come my way today from God's perspective.  I will not be alone when I teach my students.  I will not be unaided when I am observed and evaluated.  Viewing challenging situations from God's point of view helps put them into perspective.  Thankfully, I will not have to report to Pharaoh today as Moses did in my scripture reading this morning...I have only to face a principal and a mentor teacher, and I know God will strengthen me and guide me.