"If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ." 1 Pt 4:11
How many times have the words out of my mouth been hurtful and brought words of death? Too many. This verse has really convicted me. I pray that what I say will speak of God's love. God has given me strength to serve and love others, I just have to stop being so self-absorb so that I can see others in need and in pain. Lord, open my eyes so I can see the world as You do, and give me compassion to embrace it with love.
"Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed." 1 Pt 4:12
Instead of wallowing in the painful past, face it with joy, God is revealing His glory to you. You are not alone in your struggles. I am in this place in my life for a reason, and when one trial is overcome, God gives me a new lesson. So that I can continually grow in Him and one day see His glory. Don't look at a painful trial as a negative sign, but see God's good in it. Though some may run and hide when it becomes too much. God's grace and love can get you through. Only with His grace, love and mercy, I am here today.
Though one day I will be forgotten, may God's light that shines through me never be.
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beautiful!
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