Never Ever Dull
With every conversation, I always seem to end with "Never a dull moment"....our lives are rich, complex, and beautiful stories. Join me in laughing about everyday things and appreciating life-bumpy roads and all.
Ever had days, weeks, or months that you felt you were in a uphill battle? I get that and to be transparent, I'm in that season now. I wonder that if people examine me closely, the real me will be unveiled: weathered from the tough storms, blistered and calloused due to my heart having to become stronger and tougher, and visible scars that don't come close to showing the depths of pain endured along this crazy adventure called life. But I can't wallow in that and know the need to press on. Yet, what keeps driving me to move forward and chalk up the hard times as lessons learned? What do I cling to when life feels like it's crashing? Just like that rock climber pictured, I do need something to hold on to with all my might so that I can push myself and move upward no matter how steep the climb appears to be. For me, I have my "go-to" promises from God. I know many of my good friends may not share my same faith. I respect that. For me, though, I have a relationship with God and cling to His words. Here are my favorites: "So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will never fail you or abandon you." Deuteronomy 31:6 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11 "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted..." Psalm 34:18 "The eternal God is your refuge, and His everlasting arms are under you." Deuteronomy 33:27 So when my world seems to be rocked, I stand firmly on His rock, His foundation. Not easy because sometimes I want His actions to be tangible, real, right there. Kind of like "POOF!", He shows up and saves the day right in front of me. Yet, I cling to Him and know that His words will never fail.
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AuthorFun-loving mom to 4 kids and 1 big puppy. Fifth grade teacher of amazing little people who have never ending things to share with me. Love to discuss Jesus, diy projects, and life. Trying to keep it simple: Love Jesus, love people. Archives
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