REASSURANCE FROM MY REDEEMER, ROSE OF SHARON, REVEALER AND RIGHTEOUS JUDGE

I rapidly ran in the wrong direction. I remained in that ruthful place too long. There I began to rebel against the spiritual life I once desired and my actions became raunchy. Thank goodness, HE reprimanded me constantly and reminded me I would have to reap what I was sowing.

I tried to rectify the situation on my own. But, this wasn’t realistic. I merely rehashed past mistakes and memories which made me ruthful. Once I started feeling sorry for myself, I then repeated the behavior. And, each time I took a step backwards my resilience to yielding to temptation was lessen.

My sinful life is repulsive. I need to raise my white flag and ask HIM to release me from the strongholds that keep me from being reformed. I am praying for HIM to rescue me and HE will. HE will receive me with open arms. HE promises to restore what I allowed satan to destroy. However, I know there are requirements. I MUST be reborn. I have to put in the work and try not to revert back to my sinful ways. Also, I need to read HIS Word and apply it to my life daily.

Recently, HE sent someone to make me realize what I would need to do to accomplish these tasks. I MUST be radically “sold out” for Jesus. I need to redirect my energy to doing the work I was intended to do. I can no longer take the risk of losing my salvation for a few moments of pleasing the flesh. Especially, remembering the flesh is truly NEVER satisfied.

I needed some time to reflect. Afterwards, I repented.  HE instantly reminded me that I am REGAL and I need to start carrying myself as such. HE then promised to revive all dead things that HE wanted alive and to reprehend all things unwanted! Things were about to be refreshed in my life. There will be a revival within my soul. I readily accepted this. All I could do was praise HIS name and vow to reverence HIM in ALL things from that point!

 © 2013 Yvette M. Pierce

In all things pray and seek the Lord. Allow Him to help you make decisions-not Kooley! These are just my thoughts, opinion and experiences.

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IN SPITE OF IT ALL, HE...

My husband isn't perfect. Our marriage is up and down like a roller coaster. Yet, at the end of the day I know this man loves me like no other. Unfortunately I know at THE CURRENT TIME I don't deserve this kind of unconditional love. Yes, I said it. No, I'm not insecure or have low self-esteem. I KNOW I AM WORK IN PROGRESS!

We didn't have a conventional courtship. And, our marriage follows suit. Our "meetings"/ Mr. Delivery Man stage lasted about 2 months. Our courtship was about 3 weeks and our engagement was for 4 hours. We literally had to learn each other AFTER saying "I do". I'm not saying this was the right/wrong or the smart/dumb way to do things. It's just how we did it.

Unfortunately, when he found me I was a total emotional wreck and carried a lot of baggage. HE helps me unpack one layer at a time and LOVES ME ANYWAY.

I can be overbearingly controlling. HE tries to compromise and LOVES ME ANYWAY.

My mood changes like the wind. HE tries to respect my current state and LOVES ME ANYWAY.

My health hasn't been the best over the years. HE takes care of me and LOVES ME ANYWAY.

I've made some stupid decisions and many men would've walked away. HE forgave me and LOVES ME ANYWAY.

It's not like I tried to take advantage of his kindness. Nor does he allow me to walk over him. I believe he feels the love I have for him. He knows I am willing to do what it takes to improve.

But most of all, I KNOW he sees the woman God has destined me to become and this is what allows him to LOVE ME ANYWAY!

In all things pray and seek the Lord. Allow Him to help you make decisions-not Kooley! These are just my thoughts, opinion and experiences.