Our world as we have known it has seemingly "flown apart" in recent weeks. So much hurt and confusion abounds in our lives and we are left feeling one of two things. Either we want desperately to "do" something to make it better or we feel stunned and can't do anything other than take a wait and see attitude. There are benefits to both behaviors you know. Taking a wait and see view can be correct in some instances. I believe that all our hearts are hurting tremendously no matter how we are currently viewing the world.
Recently I've been led to pay closer attention to the subtle nuances of what God has been saying to me. It can be words from a song, scripture that affirms what He is saying, or something a friend or co-worker happens to say at any given moment. We don't know what he wants us to do if we don't allow ourselves to hear. One message I've heard over and over is that there can only be true safety and peace if we are completely sold out to what we believe and know to be true. I know that I know that He has told me repeatedly that we as Christians should be prepared to trust Him and to speak openly about our values. Which leads me to the second part of allowing ourselves to hear. Are we truly listening with our ears, minds, and hearts to those around us? Do we know why the person sitting next to us has a stake through their heart? What are we doing to add value to that person's life? It is more true than you can know that allowing ourselves to be open to others dreams, hopes, and pain allows us to not only be a blessing, but also to be blessed.
We must rise above ourselves, our pain, our misgivings, and our fears in order to share the most beautiful love ever given to us. Are you willing to do that?
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