I cannot lie- these past two days have been tough! I got my jury summons in the mail a few weeks ago and groaned. Then forgot about it…..until a few days ago, when I realized I had to appear April 8th (yesterday). There were so many reasons in my head why I could not go: homework, sleep, wedding planning. Unfortunately, none were truly valid excuses, so I got up and made my way to the courthouse yesterday morning. Although I was grumbling the whole time, I was optimistic that the process would go quickly, and I’d be home by noon yesterday for lunch. HA!
Let me tell you a story about a girl named Stephanie. She was doing a really great job of keeping calm and not complaining too much…but when jury duty stretched out into yesterday afternoon, patience was gone. And when I learned I had to come back today, I was extremely grumpy! After two full days of jury duty (I was in the last panel for questioning, but was not picked) I must admit that I am tired, hungry, and grumpy. I had forgotten my scarf at home, so my head was uncovered in prayer today. I had optimistically forgotten my lunch at home, hoping I’d be home to stay home, but no…
God had some serious tests of patience for me! Just when I thought I had perfected that skill, He showed me that there is always room for improvement! I am slowly learning that the more you trust in God, the more He shows His presence and mercy. Learning these things in Sunday School ten years ago, and living these things are two very different things to be sure!
-Stephanie
Ancient Living 