Truth be told, I am often scared to be to real; to risk being vulnerable in places where I don’t know all the faces. Sharing heart, showing scars; risky business, that.
I’d really rather stay in my comfy, cozy circle of friends. They know me, at least the parts of me I’m willing to share. But then I remember …
All my brokenness has a purpose. Not just for me to say, “this is what I’ve been through” but so that the One who watched and grieved in sorrow over my wounds would use those same wounds to invite others into healing.
Being real, being authentic takes risk. To face the fear of rejection and ridicule means I must be brave, be strong. Reminds me of a verse…
“Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid. For the Lord your God is with you. He will never leave you or forsake you.”
Hi Lisa,
Danielle sent my your blog link. I am always amazed how God provides in the most unpredictable ways. I was really convicted and blessed by reading your last several blog entries. We all have an amazing story and it is so wonderful to feel connected to others living day to day with struggles and continued dependency on God. Thank you. I look forward to following your experiences and insights. God is so good!
Thank you Anne Marie. I appreciate your feedback. We do have stories to share and sometimes as hard as they are to hear seeing God at work in the midst of them is the best!