I love that scripture you referenced; the compassion and sweetness of the Lord when he calls this woman who had been unclean and shunned for twelve years, "Daughter." That endearment has been circulating around my heart bringing fresh oxygen to my soul these last few days.
I too have a history of anxiety and you can add shame as well. God has broken through, what gift is peace and wholeness in Jesus! I really appreciate your candor because when we tell our story and our hope in Jesus, it takes away the its control of us.
One thing that really blessed me on my own journey was the book Loved to Life and Back Again, by Ann Voskamp. It was written as a forty day Lenten devotional, but honestly the scriptures, stories and messages of the book are so beautiful and encouraging, I believe you could read it anytime of the year and be blessed as you fall at the feet of Jesus for His beautiful love for those He died to redeem. Ann has a history with anxiety and trauma, and I think that is what makes it so powerful. Check it out, and if you read it, LMK. I would love to hear what you think. Here is the link to Ann's website and list of books: https://annvoskamp.com/books/
Blessings to you as you continue to fight this battle, in Jesus' name.
Hi Jennifer, thank you for your comment and sharing. It’s incredible what God is able to do isn’t it! And beautiful the way that he decides to do it. I love your testimony, it brings such hope 🧡wholeness and peace in Jesus name.
Thank you for sharing the book recommendation. I will defo check it out :)
I needed to hear this!! The way you talked about the desire to be loved, that void that we search for other people to fill, is definitely something I’m experiencing right now, and it’s one thing to know that Jesus can fill that void, but sometimes, my heart doesn’t fully believe that. But by the power of Jesus, it will get better!! 💗
I needed to hear this today! Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing. I am realizing the same thing. Anxiety, fear, and grief are not emotions we need to feel shame about. When we feel these feelings, we have to stay with God and abide with Him even more. God can handle it.
I am one of the “someone’s” that needed to read this message today. Thank you 🙏❤️
🧡🧡 day by day, moment by still moment, until the day there are no more tears.
Thank you for commenting xx
Me too. Thank you. This resonates so much x
Hi Anna,
I love that scripture you referenced; the compassion and sweetness of the Lord when he calls this woman who had been unclean and shunned for twelve years, "Daughter." That endearment has been circulating around my heart bringing fresh oxygen to my soul these last few days.
I too have a history of anxiety and you can add shame as well. God has broken through, what gift is peace and wholeness in Jesus! I really appreciate your candor because when we tell our story and our hope in Jesus, it takes away the its control of us.
One thing that really blessed me on my own journey was the book Loved to Life and Back Again, by Ann Voskamp. It was written as a forty day Lenten devotional, but honestly the scriptures, stories and messages of the book are so beautiful and encouraging, I believe you could read it anytime of the year and be blessed as you fall at the feet of Jesus for His beautiful love for those He died to redeem. Ann has a history with anxiety and trauma, and I think that is what makes it so powerful. Check it out, and if you read it, LMK. I would love to hear what you think. Here is the link to Ann's website and list of books: https://annvoskamp.com/books/
Blessings to you as you continue to fight this battle, in Jesus' name.
Your Oregon Sister in Christ,
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer, thank you for your comment and sharing. It’s incredible what God is able to do isn’t it! And beautiful the way that he decides to do it. I love your testimony, it brings such hope 🧡wholeness and peace in Jesus name.
Thank you for sharing the book recommendation. I will defo check it out :)
God bless you too sister xx
I needed to hear this!! The way you talked about the desire to be loved, that void that we search for other people to fill, is definitely something I’m experiencing right now, and it’s one thing to know that Jesus can fill that void, but sometimes, my heart doesn’t fully believe that. But by the power of Jesus, it will get better!! 💗
I hear you 🥲🥲🥲 may Jesus lead us and heal us. Xx
This was so beautiful sister. God's love really shines through your writing❤️
Thank you Kelsey 🧡 and thanks for reading :)
Of course!!
I completely understand!
I needed to hear this today! Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing. I am realizing the same thing. Anxiety, fear, and grief are not emotions we need to feel shame about. When we feel these feelings, we have to stay with God and abide with Him even more. God can handle it.