09/19/2018
“For he will be like a tree planted by the water,
That extends its roots by a stream
And will not fear when the heat comes;
But its leaves will be green,
And it will not be anxious in a year of drought
Nor cease to yield fruit.”
Jeremiah 17:8
The beauty of Jesus that I have found in my life is that despite the tremendous hurdles and struggles in my life, is that He has always kept me not only safe but healthy through them. As I have put my trust in not only the knowledge, understanding, and wisdom in His words in the Bible but also the deep and nourishing communication I’ve had with Him. Though I have been so afraid and ravaged by pain, Jesus has been there to comfort me despite it all. I could see the hope. I knew that I wasn’t alone. I didn’t feel the fear anymore because I focused on truth of how He is working on behalf of me to fix and make all my circumstances right. Whether it be my finances, my own pride I face, my love sickness, my anxiety, the situation with the woman I love with all I am, or with my family and friends. The things I see and hear about in people’s lives I may not be able to take as my own. All of these things I know Jesus shares that same heart because He gave this love to me to give, so He is going first to help and work in these circumstances before I do. I know that He will continue to teach me to love greater, better, smarter, and with even more authenticity than I can fathom currently. I know He cares. I know He’s in control. And I know He never gives up on our best interests.
Never give up on what is right and never give up on trusting Him. He will take care of you and make your life good and well. It may not be the way you think it may be, but God’s heart always seeks to build a life full of joy, justice, and health. Never depression, unfairness, and unhealthiness. He loves you all so much.