Some of you might already know this--I have been wrestling with some issues. I have been fighting depression, wrestling with God, trying to piece out what is true about God, and myself. I feel like everything has become difficult. I have been doing a lot of talking and pouring my heart out to God. And He has spoken to me. As I was getting into the shower several days ago, I had a thought that hit me like a brick wall. The thought that, "Yes, this is worth it. All of this heartache to be this close to Almighty God." I was spinning. I have heard Christians say that they are grateful for the difficult times because that's when the growing happens. Man, that just made me roll my eyes...Yet, it is where true happiness and peace lie. There is truly nothing more fulfilling than being with God and knowing that you have heard from him. Most everything else seems like chasing after distractions.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed."
Psalm 34:18
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Don't you just love the way God works? Sometimes I feel I search for answers forever and then all of a sudden it's there, right before me and it takes my breath away with it's simplicity and beauty. I love what you said, Sussy. And I love that verse!
ReplyDeleteSussy, Remember when we were in the Grace group and we thought our hearts longings were much the same? I want and need to talk with you. This has been one of the hardest yrs of my life...my heart feels the ache and longings of your heart. We can weep together on the journey. Lov you.
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