Continued....
The beginning process for this blog was a bit confusing for me. I
couldn’t even think of what to name it!!! Thankfully God helped with that as
well. I received a message from someone that I admire and respect at 3am with
the suggestion of Smiley Shares. Couldn’t really ignore that sign. I knew God
was on my side. I knew I had to do this.
Last week I made my first blog post. Last week was also one
of the most difficult and beautiful weeks I’ve had. On Wednesday I woke up to
my first- “first5 app*” message. It had to do with Grace and Judgement. I
realized that although God had already forgiven me, I had yet to forgive
myself. I read it and feared the judgment of others. I also I felt, I had been
quick to judge others. That is not how it was supposed to be.
Thankfully God knew
what I needed to hear. The messages kept getting better. They all seemed
directed towards me. Saturday came around and they had a recap of sorts, where
they targeted Sin. Not only that but later at church, Sin was also the topic. I
was reminded that nobody is exempt. Even the most converted and changed person,
sins. I knew I wasn’t exempt. I didn’t see myself above others I knew I was
capable of wrong doing, but I let the guilt and regret take over me. Why if I
knew God had forgiven me as He is able to forgive all, why couldn’t I forgive
myself?
Notebook from Sadie Roberston Available here
Before service ended on Saturday, the pastor suggested what
we could pray when seeking forgiveness.
God I am sorry, help me not to do this ever again, restore me. Needless to say, that night I prayed just
that. I needed to get rid of everything I myself let take over me. There was no
way I would ever be happy if I kept feeling guilty and regretful. It would do no good. I would always have that
little seed inside that could potentially grow and end up hurting me even more
again.
Maybe this was not the story that immediately made you
smile. I have learned one thing, we all go through struggles, make mistakes,
but He always remains faithful. Now here I am. Sharing my story with you for
the pure purpose of sharing the reason that I SMILE
*- First 5 app,shares a daily morning messages. They are about 5 minutes long.
Yes indeed - God is SO faithful! :D
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DeleteIsn't it good to be forgiven? I'm thankful for God's grace more every day. thanks for sharing!
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DeleteYes ma'am! Its beyond amazing!
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