What if the answer is "no"?

When we consider the possibility that what God wants for us may not be what we want for ourselves, what is our response? Am I able to declare that He is good and that what He wants for me is good? That is the ‘correct’ response, though most often realised on hindsight.

For now, I struggle and I fight back. I stomp my feet and I turn away in denial. I am unable to fully appreciate that this path on which He wants me to walk is good.

But by His grace, I can somewhat sense something bigger unfolding through all these experiences. I think perhaps He has greater plans for me than the one I have in mind. Or, I know He has greater plans but am too selfish to submit.

I don’t know if the answer is “wait” or “no”. I pray that if it turns out to be “no”, my heart will be ready to give thanks and sing praises to the Lord, the good and sovereign Lord.