From hopeless to hope.
From hurting to healing.
From surviving to living.
From crying to laughing.
That is my story. It wasn't easy.
The road of healing is the hardest one to choose. Sometimes it seems easier to bury or hide. But healing and recovery are possible. With God all things are possible! But it doesn't mean God does for us. It is my experience that I had to choose and work hard myself, with God on my side. God doesn't fix for me, He fixes through me. It is a painful process worth living.
The story continues.
The chapter may be closed.
The book however isn't.
I have reached the wonderful chapter of marriage.
2012 was my year. I love sharing life now and never want to forget what God has given me and done for me. Redemption is a word that was said most on our wedding day. We each have suffered much and God deserves all praise for having been faithful and leading in times of trouble. He overcame and His redemptive power is amazing and I want to witness to that. We do not live for ourselves but for Him.
Like I said, the story continues.
With it's ups and downs. Embracing that journey is what makes life life. It's not important where I go, it's how I go.
For Zion's sake I will not keep silent, for Jerusalem's sake I will not remain quiet, till her vindication shines out like the dawn, her salvation like a blazing torch. The nations will see your vindication, and all kings your glory; you will be called by a new name that the mouth of the Lord bestow. You will be a crown of splendor in the Lord's hand, a royal diadem in the hand of your God. No longer will they call you Deserted, or name your land Desolate. But you will be called Hephzibah, and your land Beulah; for the Lord will take delight in you, and your land will be married. As a young man marries a young woman, so will your Builder marry you; as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so will your God rejoice over you.
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This is beautiful!!! Thank you for this!! Stopping by From Holley’s
What a beautiful site you have here! Thank you for opening our eyes to the Father’s glory today. This is hope-filled food for the soul. Glad to meet you through Coffee for Your Heart!
It certainly is nice to meet you Renee. Thanks for your encouraging words.
Maddy Christine,
“The mornings are turning crisp” — you made me long for this but since I live in Florida, it might be Christmas before I get to experience that! But love your words here today!
Thank you for visiting Valerie. Yes I know what you are talking about. A long time ago I lived in CA and I so missed the fall season.
Well doesn’t this just make you want to get up early and take some time?! I’ve let cool, brisk mornings scare me inside, but a blanket (and maybe a hot cup of tea) sounds like a plan. Thanks for the encouragement to take the time and breathe in Him and His wonderful creation. Lovely…
Very sweet Lisa. I loved receiving this!
I love the picture! Maybe I will sit outside tomorrow morning 🙂