This newsletter is dedicated to my dear friend, Gabriel, who reminded me yesterday that God’s love isn’t something we can earn and that even as I’m a child of God, I’m not an only child. I’m part of a larger family, and I’m not alone in this journey.
Remind me that love is always near, because You are never far.
When I feel unworthy of love, remind me that You have made me worthy. And when I feel incapable of showing love, help me to remember what You’ve sacrificed for me.
Remind me of how loved I am so I can remind others of how loved they are.
In Jesus’ name, Amen...
May God and the holy spirit beautifully remind her that they're never far away from her,IJn
This is a beautiful prayer, Harvest. It blessed me, and I'm also grateful for your prayers for my partner. I'm earnestly trusting God to comfort in a way nobody else can.
Talking about feeling unworthy of God's love, I use to feel very undeserving of God's love and attention because who am I? also considering that I kept sinning, kept falling, but I saw this passage one time that said that God is aware I'm not perfect, he knows I'll keep failing but he loves me regardless and I took it to heart. Whenever I slip I talk to God, I still go close to him to him and hold him. I don't let my sins keep me away from him. Now I'm at the point where I'm rock solid in my faith in God, nothing shakes me, I know my future is solid and set and there's nothing I cannot do because I have God's backing but in a way I've begun to feel/question, Have I become arrogant?
Who am I to think I can do great things??
But I know the devil is a liar and he finds a way to always sneak in despair, so I dust off his lies and keep going.
I don't know the message in here for you, but I want you to know that no matter how tough it is, just reach out to God, just a few words, he will step in. Don't let the devil steal your joy or keep painting a picture of despair. God will see you through ❤️
Thank you so much, brother. I found some closure in your words, and although my situation is still the same as it was yesterday, I really am in a better place, heart-posture-wise.
I trust that even if I can't see any tangible signs of God working out something for our good, it doesn't mean He isn't working. Someday, I'll look back on today and be so grateful. Even now, before that day, there's so much to be thankful for, and I find it more fulfilling to dwell on those than anything else.
I'm glad that you had a friend there that helped you walk through the bridge of yesterday.
Sometimes we get discouraged because we 'talk' to God about things and it seems He's not listening. There is a reason for why you're going through tough times. I know it's not what you want to hear when you are in pain. But, He always listens. And He answers. But, sometimes it's not what we want or at least not right away.
I'm so grateful for Gabriel and friends like him. I don't know what makes us think we can face life alone, but supportive friends are such a blessing. Bonus points when they're Christians who can remind you of God's promises and comfort you with Scriptures. Though things aren't as great as I want them to be right now, I'm trusting that God's working regardless.
I was going to ask yesterday in my reply to your other comment, but then I forgot. Have you returned to writing again? I've missed reading your pieces. If you're writing actively again, could you please send me a link to your blog? Many thanks!
I'll keep my eyes peeled and my fingers crossed for your next post, hoping you find the zeal to write again. Still, at your own pace and in your own time. There really is no pressure, but I know you already know this.
A Prayer for Love
God,
Remind me that love is always near, because You are never far.
When I feel unworthy of love, remind me that You have made me worthy. And when I feel incapable of showing love, help me to remember what You’ve sacrificed for me.
Remind me of how loved I am so I can remind others of how loved they are.
In Jesus’ name, Amen...
May God and the holy spirit beautifully remind her that they're never far away from her,IJn
This is a beautiful prayer, Harvest. It blessed me, and I'm also grateful for your prayers for my partner. I'm earnestly trusting God to comfort in a way nobody else can.
Talking about feeling unworthy of God's love, I use to feel very undeserving of God's love and attention because who am I? also considering that I kept sinning, kept falling, but I saw this passage one time that said that God is aware I'm not perfect, he knows I'll keep failing but he loves me regardless and I took it to heart. Whenever I slip I talk to God, I still go close to him to him and hold him. I don't let my sins keep me away from him. Now I'm at the point where I'm rock solid in my faith in God, nothing shakes me, I know my future is solid and set and there's nothing I cannot do because I have God's backing but in a way I've begun to feel/question, Have I become arrogant?
Who am I to think I can do great things??
But I know the devil is a liar and he finds a way to always sneak in despair, so I dust off his lies and keep going.
I don't know the message in here for you, but I want you to know that no matter how tough it is, just reach out to God, just a few words, he will step in. Don't let the devil steal your joy or keep painting a picture of despair. God will see you through ❤️
Thank you so much, brother. I found some closure in your words, and although my situation is still the same as it was yesterday, I really am in a better place, heart-posture-wise.
I trust that even if I can't see any tangible signs of God working out something for our good, it doesn't mean He isn't working. Someday, I'll look back on today and be so grateful. Even now, before that day, there's so much to be thankful for, and I find it more fulfilling to dwell on those than anything else.
I'm glad that you had a friend there that helped you walk through the bridge of yesterday.
Sometimes we get discouraged because we 'talk' to God about things and it seems He's not listening. There is a reason for why you're going through tough times. I know it's not what you want to hear when you are in pain. But, He always listens. And He answers. But, sometimes it's not what we want or at least not right away.
I'm so grateful for Gabriel and friends like him. I don't know what makes us think we can face life alone, but supportive friends are such a blessing. Bonus points when they're Christians who can remind you of God's promises and comfort you with Scriptures. Though things aren't as great as I want them to be right now, I'm trusting that God's working regardless.
I was going to ask yesterday in my reply to your other comment, but then I forgot. Have you returned to writing again? I've missed reading your pieces. If you're writing actively again, could you please send me a link to your blog? Many thanks!
My last post was in April. So, I guess I came back at some point but then left again...
https://dailyflabbergast.wordpress.com/
I'll keep my eyes peeled and my fingers crossed for your next post, hoping you find the zeal to write again. Still, at your own pace and in your own time. There really is no pressure, but I know you already know this.