The Role of a Lifetime

This morning I was still thinking about last night’s episode of Burn Notice and the events that went on, marveling at the brilliant people who have made this show such a great success with so many of us on the edge of our seat each Thursday night and endless thinking about the show.

I sent a tweet to Jeffrey Donovan wondering if he ever was as excited as we are waiting for the next episode, in his case for the next day to get to work to find out what would happen next.

I thought how exciting it would be to be Jeffrey Donovan having the opportunity to play Michael Westen. If I were playing a character in that series I would be very excited waiting to go to work each day just to play my character.

Then it hit me, I am playing a character but in real life. God has giving me the character of Anne. Like Jeff, each day I’m not sure what the day will bring. Ultimately in the end we both know it will all work out, maybe not the way we would like it, but it will work out.

As with Jeff, his role as Michael Westen is planned and so is mine. God knows what is in my future. He is making preparations for me to enjoy each day as long as I follow His script and listen to His direction. I am perfect for my role as Anne since God created me for that very purpose.

If I go out and play my role anyway I want to, it is almost guaranteed to not end well.

The writers on Burn Notice know the ultimate goal they want to accomplish. They want the show to be a success leaving the viewers satisfied and wanting more so they plan it carefully. To the writers, I imagine Burn Notice is their baby. They have become attached to it and have a vested interest in its success.

God does the same for us. He has planned our future knowing exactly what will make us the most satisfied and happy if we only trust in Him. He is our Father, and we are His children. As with any father, God wants the very best for His children. He has a vested interest in us as our Father. He wants us to be successful too.

Unlike the writers of Burn Notice who will eventually move on to other projects, God will never leave us unless we leave Him. He will always be there for us for eternity. Even when someone wants to end our life, we will always be with God for eternity enjoying far more than we could ever imagine.

Just think about that for a moment…eternity. That is forever, not just a season, not just a series of seasons but FOREVER.

If we remain excited, enthusiastic and focused on what God has recommended for living our lives we too can look forward to each day and what comes with it. Even the twists and turns, the ups and downs can be exciting since we know that God has it all worked out in advance for it to turn out successful for us. All we need to do is play out each scene according to his Word, listening for His direction then just enjoy every minute of it. Even the tribulations we can turn around to our advantage with His guidance.

In other words, we are playing the role of a lifetime. It was created just for us. It really is on the seat entertainment each day with love, joy, laughter, excitement, and anticipation.

Now go out and enjoy the ride, excited to see what comes next and how God will play it out!