Custom Made

"This is what God says, the God who builds a road right through the ocean, who carves a path through pounding waves, The God who summons horses and chariots and armies— they lie down and then can't get up; they're snuffed out like so many candles: "Forget about what's happened; don't keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I'm about to do something brand-new. It's bursting out! Don't you see it? There it is! I'm making a road through the desert, rivers in the badlands. Wild animals will say 'Thank you!' —the coyotes and the buzzards— Because I provided water in the desert, rivers through the sun-baked earth, Drinking water for the people I chose, the people I made especially for Myself, a people custom-made to praise Me."
-Isaiah 43:16-21 The Message

God gave this passage to me on Monday. When I first read it I didn't really think much of it, but as the week progressed I saw what He did.

Vs. 16-17: He reminded me of Who He Is! He is in control and He is mighty and is working things out for me. He is my protector and I don't have to be afraid.

Vs. 18-20: So many times I get focused on what has happened in my past, my failures, and who I think I should be, that I can't see God for all the clouds and rain in my mind and heart! He reminded me that I can't change my past, but I can learn from it and go on to change my each and every day. I need to be focused on what is going on in my life and in the lives of those around me at this present moment. How can I see where I am going if I'm too busy looking behind me? Watch out for that tree! or in my case, poles.
I've been worrying and stressing about my lab tech job interview in 11 days. I had an interview with this company 7-8 years ago. I didn't get the job. I also worked as a co-op student in the plant previous to that. The manager I worked under thought I was too quiet and shy. (Yes. I used to be quiet and shy.) All I kept thinking about is the past rejection.
I know God has a great plan for my life. I believe this job will be the right fit at the right time. I will walk into the interview with confidence knowing that I have the skills and experience they are looking for and will be prepared to answer whatever questions they may have.
But my expectations are not in the job, they are in God. He is my provider and I have all that I need and more! He has been faithful, so no matter what happens I will keep trusting and seeking Him.

Vs. 21. This just makes me feel incredibly special and loved! I'm custom made to praise God! I'm chosen, made ESPECIALLY for Him. Dude.