Let Go and Let God

Let Go and Let God

by John S. Oliver

‘Let Go and Let God’ is a slogan that is used in many Alcoholics Anonymous groups and other 12 step recovery programs. There is an ocean of wisdom in the two concepts contained in the five words ‘Let Go and Let God’.

You can read the following two lists slowly. Your challenge is to actually follow the simple exhortations. Take time to really ‘Let Go’ of each of the items that touch your heart. And then with ALL your mind, will and emotions ‘Let God’ do what the items on the list speak mostly clearly to you about your current challenges.

Taking these simple steps can bring you amazing improvements mentally, emotionally and spiritually. These improvements can be enjoyed both suddenly and/or gradually. This will give new meaning to being anxious for nothing and that God is faithful to keep what you commit unto Him. Phil. 4:6 and 2 Tim 1:12

Do not rush. Find the ones that are ripe for you today. Think, pray and maybe journal on the ones the Holy Spirit leads you to act upon. Come back to this list and your notes as needed. Check back with this list and your notes in a few weeks or months. There will be some changes and some or much of the change will be from your letting go and letting God. This can become a healthy habit and an on-going way of coping with life.

God honors faith and patience. He has reasons and seasons that He rarely explains. We can delay and derail His best by our impatience, complaining, unbelief, distrust and whining.

LET GO		AND	LET GOD
Fears Worries Doubts Insecurities Past Future Present Possibilities Expectations Judgments Self-condemnation Manipulation Avoidance Hurts Control Suspicions Cares Problems Burdens Bitterness Hiding Hatred Shyness	Pains Wounds Guilt Shame Anger Revenge Vengeance Self pity Weakness Limitations Disappointments Excuses Regrets Denial Tweaking Fixing Uncertainties Troubles Turmoil Irritations Frustrations Disillusionment		Guide Provide Protect Prosper Deliver Heal Bless Help Direct Correct Justify Redeem Love Support Assist Direct Show Lead Point Pilot Give Supply Grant	Reconcile Strengthen Draw to Himself Comfort Convict Open doors Prepare hearts Make a way Care Restore Refresh Acquit Defend Sustain Supply Furnish Perform Create Sanctify Purify Bestow Relieve