I think one has to be careful not to fall into the wiles of Satan when this don't turn out as planned. We know Satan will try hard to get you and I to doubt God's goodness or God's working in our lives.
Three things to consider.
1) I must guard my mouth.
Ecc 5:11
"Do not be rash with your mouth and let not your heart utter anything hastily before God for God is in Heaven, and you are on earth; Therefore let your words Be few."
2) I must even take careful thought about the things I let my mind dwell upon. Obviously, the things that come out of my mouth, come from the things I allow my mind to dwell upon.
2 Cor 5:10
"...Bring EVERY thought captive to the obedience of Christ."
Someday I will regret unprofitable words that I spoke without the knowledge of God's working behind the scenes.
3) Others are watching! Both Christians and Non-Christians.
My words and actions reveal my faith and trust in God. Others can be hindered or help by my words and actions.
Some might use use this as an excue not to "Step into" what God has for them. They might say, "See, it didn't work out for Pastor Darryl". So they would rather remain in their comfort zone on auto-pilot. Never allowing their faith to be stretched.
I am not deterred or shrinking back from what God has called me to do. In Fact this is to be expected. I prayed that God would open and close doors and He has. I am not going to complain about that. I prayed that God would show Himself strong on my behalf. I don't want this whole thing to be me trying to effect something by my own efforts. I consider this an answer to prayer as getting the house. This is NOT A FAILURE! THIS IS GOD WORKING! He is and has been showing His Faithfulness to guide and direct. I must still be listening to his voice.
Question: Are we willing to accept a 'No answer' as well as a 'Yes answer'. If we acknowledged the Lord in all of our ways, then His will is done and we worship Him regardless of how I feel or understand. GOD IS NOT THE MEANS TO THE END: HE IS THE MEANS AND THE END.
