Last year for my birthday I shared a couple things God was doing in my heart at that time (read it here). Well it is that time of year again, another year has flown by. I have been on the Race for 8 months and have come such a long way. Below are a few simple things God has been teaching me.
First God, then others. The only way I can love those around me well, is if I first love God with all my heart. All I wanted last year was to be love, but I failed over and over. I could not figure out how to show love to those around me. My flesh had been so wounded by people that its first response was to protect itself from any further heartbreak. Thank goodness I serve a God that is in the business of healing. ONLY His love can fill all my broken cracks. From His love, I can then love those around me from the overflow of my heart. It really is such a beautiful thing when your eyes start to see people the way God sees them. Suddenly all judgment and negativity fade away. This one realization is absolutely life changing and I cannot wait to live this out at home!
We love because He first loved us. 1 John 4:19
His grace is endless. This is one you can only learn the hard way, and unfortunately I have learned it time and time again this year. I fail so much. Just as soon as I think I have something figured out, I mess it up. I get frustrated and act out in anger, but fortunately I have a God that offers me grace upon grace. The community that surrounds me knows this same grace and they give it freely. They are quick to forgive my shortcomings and love me even through my worst of days.
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 2 Corinthians 12:9
His promises are true. Every single time, without fail, God proves faithful in all that He promises me. I doubt and question, but He stands firm. This seriously makes me SO excited for my future- the God I serve is not one to disappoint. The World Race is just the beginning of my story.
If we are faithless, He will remain faithful. 2 Timothy 2:13
