Someone deeply wounded my heart. I “knew” I couldn’t be happy unless we reconciled. I prayed, pleaded, and wept for reconciliation. But the other person wasn’t interested.
Months became years, and finally I realized the situation might never change… so I needed to change.
Sometimes we put ourselves in a "prison." We decide that we can never be happy unless and until our circumstances change. Not true.
To get our of my "prison," I needed to remember that my Shepherd’s love is greater than my pain. He’s all I need for contentment and joy.
I still have sorrow about the broken relationship, but I'm so glad I didn't let it ruin my life. I've moved on to take hold of the plans and purposes God has for my life (Ephesians 2:10). And in the process, I've learned that God is using my sorrow for good in the lives of others (2 Corinthians 1:3-7).
I admit that it's a process, but I'm learning to “Rejoice in the Lord always" and allow "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding" to guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:4-7
I admit that it's a process, but I'm learning to “Rejoice in the Lord always" and allow "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding" to guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:4-7
These 8 Steps for Overcoming Bitterness were also helpful in dealing with my disappointment in this situation.
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Amen indeed!
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