It has been quite a year.
Trauma, grace, healing, love. Separation, therapists, growth, more love. New job, panic attacks, resigned from job, and love. Waiting, seeking, hearing, love. A fundraiser amongst friends, a brand new show, so much growth, so much love.
Yes, life is hard, complex, beautiful, and painful. But He loves us. And believing that He loves us keeps me going.
Without the anchor of belief that He loves us, none of this has meaning. Join me (if you haven’t already) in believing with all your heart and soul that He loves us. Instead of only asking “why?” – we can then also ask, “What are You trying to teach me? What do You want me to understand? Will You sit with me in this pain, Jesus? Will You hold me?”
We are still here. And as long as we have a next breath, let’s push on, press in, and seek Him like never before.
He loves us, He loves, He loves us. Start there.
I think this goes with the whole being brave thing…it takes courage to know your loved just as it takes courage to love.
I’m glad I shared that the other day, and I’m glad I know He loves me. He loves us so well.
Hi Lisa,
Your story resonates with me. It’s very similar to mine. Codependency is hard. Trusting that Jesus heals in the abstract is really hard. Thank God it’s true. His healing is indescribable…my heart is fresh and new and still imperfect. Love Brene’s books! That woman is SMART.
I fell in love with you on KLOVE, your authenticity and willingness to say things that didn’t sound “Christian-cliche” was so refreshing!
Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Love,
Erin