During this journey, I have learned several things. One is, I am absolutely surrounded by so many people who are forgiving and who love me unconditionally.
I have had an abundant outpour of friends and family that have given their money, time, thoughts and prayers, and an amount of support that has been breathtaking. Simply saying Thank You doesn't seem to be enough, for all I've received. However, please know that when I do say Thank You, I truly mean it from every ounce of my body.
I have also always believed that everything in life happens for a reason. And, after I got over the initial shock of what was happening to me, I began to believe that all of this was given to me, for me to share, with everyone I meet, God's Amazing Grace. You see my friends, I was in such a dark place last year, and I had fallen so far away from Christ; lost connection with our amazing Lord, and his Amazing Grace. What I have realized, even in MY darkest hours, is that our God, my God, forgives me, loves me unconditionally, and only gives me what I can endure, with his guidance and grace. I often sang a song at our church "Grace Flows Down", and today this song has a very different meaning.
Enjoy! (I don't know what the video is, but I just love the song)
You are indeed here for a reason, you have already inspired and touched more lives than you will ever know. But your journey is still incomplete, follow your faith and it will guide you.
ReplyDeleteYour darkest hours are bright when compared to a rich man who's wealth came from the slave trade. God touched and forever changed John Newton's heart while he was profiting from selling humans. He wrote Amazing Grace afterwards, a most powerful testament to Gods Forgiving Grace!
Stay positive and aware of what is to come. God has reasons and a plan for your future, I am praying I get to see more of them unfold!