Fragrant Aroma

"Then Aaron's sons are to burn it on the altar on top of the burnt offering that is on the burning wood, as an offering made by fire, an aroma pleasing to the LORD." (Leviticus 3:5)

I do feel like the last glow in the dying embers of my thorn offering has burnt out.  I did hear something this weekend that made me pause and wonder whether I perceived a previous situation incorrectly; and it left me a little confused and sad.  Nevertheless, I know that I had prayerfully and carefully tread; and I would not have done anything differently.  Maybe someday I will see the full picture and all will be revealed; but, for now, I will just consider that it was a beneficial and growing experience.

As my offering has all but drifted to the LORD in smoke, I just pray that it is a fragrant aroma, pleasing to the LORD.   There is nothing left but ashes, and it has been offerred totally and wholly to HIM.  It has not been easy getting to this point; but, I truly do trust God to be in control of my life and to know what is best for me.  I am content, and even rejoice in how God has woven the fabric of my life.  He is the "grand weaver" and my hope is that the tapestry of my life will be a beautiful reflection of the Maker.