Pastor Kirt talked about the great exchange we make in our hearts or minds when we have other idols.  I don't  know why, but when I read today's ami devotional it felt like David's  son had made such an exchange.  Instead of following God's will or hearing what his father had to say, he took it upon himself to proclaim himself as king.

Thinking on my own life there are and have been many times where I made decisions based on my own understanding of the facts.  I guess it is hard to rely on God when I am busy looking at my earthly circumstances and weighing  the options.  Calculating risk vs benefit is ingrained in me, but I think I am slowly getting used to taking steps in faith.  Trusting God for time off for missions or figuring out the next steps in life after missions are challenges I need to pray about.  I hope that both the things I can control and the things outside of my control will be permanently given to God.