This has been a week of encouragement, reflection and a mirror of my walk through life. Sometimes it is easy to punch myself for what I am not doing. What goes undone or unsaid can cause meto lay my head on my pillow at night and dwell on regrets. Who didn’t I reach out to that I should have? How could I have better lived my life verse of let love and kindness be the motivation in all you do. 1 Corinthians 16-14. But this week God showed me through encouraging words of others that even with missed opportunities, I am at a place in life where I am getting it right more often than not. This is not me bragging but becoming aware of how God has moved me to lean into His purpose for my life.
I often write about the power each of us has to encourage others. Encouragement matters. It matters to keep me going in the ways I am getting it right and the power to turn away from the missteps that still occur. Thank you to each of you who reached out and lifted me up. Let me share one of these heartfelt words that Donna sent me that brought tears to my heart as they allowed me to see myself through not only her eyes but Jesus’ eyes as well.
Barb- I don’t say it much cause I’ve usually been a mess, but I want you to know how precious you are to me! There are no words that could be said and really convey the love that Abba pours through you. You are grace in action which moves Heaven and Earth in the hearts of people. I love you, You are cherished by Heaven and me. Lots of love always-
This sweet card that arrived via snail mail will be one of my most treasured possessions. It gives me a glimpse of how my heart is seen. It matters that my sweet friend took the time to find this perfect way of lifting me up. That is what each of us needs to strive to do in one another’s lives. Thank you Donna for keeping me moving in the direction of knowing Him and making Him known. I will stumble but God uses even those to share His love for me and for others in my path.
In Him,
Joyful
11-8-25
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