as gold to the fire

I had a good cup of coffee with a friend today and it was such a great reminder to not lose focus. I keep forgetting that this is a time of testing for me. "as gold to the fire I will surrender to your hands"

I need to stop focusing on the unknowns (when, where, why, how) and focus
on what I do know:

1. "how blessed on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news" (Isaiah 52:7) !
2. I serve and obey a good God with good purposes.
3. The storms cannot destroy me. Even the rain has it's purpose.
4. If it is worthwhile it will not be easy and it will take patience.