The simple words "I'm available" may not seem significant, but when spoken sincerely, they can galvanise us and God's plan for our lives into action and cause amazing things to happen.
On the flip side, is understanding that our attitude and unavailability can get in the way of that happening too. I'm fairly certain God always wants to move much more than we make room for or allow, and that we can get in the way of, and slow down His plans through our complacency, fears, and stubbornness.
Jonah ran from God's request rather than simply following his initial plan. Extreme measures had to be implemented, such as sending a giant fish to save his life because he wasn't where he should have been. God's plans were eventually fulfilled, but it would have been far simpler if Jonah had made himself completely available to God in the first place. (Jonah 1)
In contrast, David made himself available and, without hesitation, ran into battle to fight Goliath with only a slingshot. He knew God's hand was upon his life and saw the blessing of God on his life as a result. (1 Samuel 17 NIV)
God knows the plans and dreams He has placed in your heart. He sees where you've been hurt and disappointed in the past, what you're working towards, and how to make you shine for who you are.
However, getting us to that point is far easier when we allow Him to lead and guide us.
Where and how God does that may not always be what we expect, but if we stay the course, the results and life we get to live will be better than we imagined. (Ephesians 3:20)
As we surrender our "no can do's" to God, let go of negative past experiences and make ourselves available, we will know the peace of God's hand upon our lives and an expectation for better things ahead.
Prayer: Lord, please help me make myself available to you every day so that you can lead and guide me wherever and however you need to. Please help me not to get distracted or discouraged but to trust that you always want the best for me. In Jesus name Amen.