A Conversation with God ~by robin moroney

I told a friend recently that I’m not waiting for God, I’m waiting with Him. I have this vision in my head of a big, iron gate in this beautiful forest. I don’t know what’s on the other side, but I know it leads to something awesome because God is taking me there. I’m standing there waiting with God. I was thinking today that while I’m waiting we've had a few conversations.  One went something like this:

Me: So . . . . . come here often?
God: Yes. You and I have been here a few times haven’t we?
Me: Whatever.

Pause

Me: So, I’m thinking of a color. What is it?
God: Red
Me: I’m thinking of a number between 1 and 1 million. What is it?
God: 13
Me: Dang! How did you know that?
God: (with a raised eyebrow) That’s your favorite color and your favorite number. And I’m God. I know everything.
Me: Yeah, but I thought I could stump you just once.
God: raised eyebrow
Me: So, what’s up with the kangaroo? That’s one funky looking animal. What happened to their front arms? Was that supposed to be a joke?
God: It did make me smile when I created them. They are awesome creatures. They can jump six feet high ~ straight up.
Me: Yeah, but why?
God: Because it’s cool!
Me: Yeah that is pretty cool.

Silence for a minute or two

Me: So . . . . I’m sorry I don’t obey You right away and always ask for constant affirmation and re-affirmation. And I’m sorry that I get so frustrated sometimes.
God: I can take it. And I like it that you have spunk. I gave you that. I am delighted that you are so spunky.

Me: Yeah, but sometimes I can take that spunk too far. There was the time that . . .

God: Uh-uh. No. We aren’t going to talk about that again. We’ve already talked about it and worked through it. You are forgiven. It is forgotten.

Me: Yeah, but. . . . .

God. No. It is done.

Silence

Me: So, that whole children’s ministry thing was quite a surprise. That came out of the blue. I didn’t see that coming. And quite frankly my friends and family are a little more than shocked that I’m actually choosing to spend time around little children.

God: (with a smile) That’s how you know it was from Me. Thank you for obeying.

Me: Yeah, but once again, it took me a while. You had to practically hit me over the head.
God: It’s that neon sign/burning bush thing you’re always asking for.
Me: Yeah. Sorry about that.
God: smile
Me: I didn’t anticipate being so blessed by those precious children. They make my heart thump.
God: That’s what happens when you obey My calling. And you got a pretty decent blog out of it too.
Me: The gift that keeps on giving. That’s pretty cool!

Pause

Me: So, what are we waiting for?
God: Ah, that’s not for you to worry about. You just need to wait with Me, persevere, don’t give up, and believe Me.
Me: Yeah, we both know how hard that’s been for me. This could be a long wait. Thanks for waiting with me.
God: I’ll wait as long as it takes. I’ll never, ever leave you. No matter how long it takes . . . . or how many questions you ask Me.
Me: Thank You for all You do for me. I know it can’t be easy sometimes.
God: Yes it is easy. You are my beloved child. I love you with an everlasting love that knows no bounds.

For once I am speechless.