We Americans are programed to continually seek the success and wealth of the world.  We even call it “The American Dream.”  It is hard to recognize that we need help and even harder to ask for it.  I suppose I should not be so bold to speak for all “Americans” or even all of you reading this devotion.  I find it hard to ask for help.  I find it hard to give up control.  I’m still not sure what that expression “Give it up to God” really means much less how to do it.  

David was driven into the desert by his behavior.  I was driven into the desert by my complacency.  What drives you into the desert?  No matter what got us there, God is always at work.  Sometimes he is waiting for us to cooperate with Him so we can leave our exile and return to Him.

To God be All Glory and Praise!   

Cecilia Carroll
Advent Square Director
Humble Servant and Handmaid of the Lord