Unbelievable 2016
2016 has been a roller
coaster of a ride filled with highs and lows. At the start of the year I ended
a three year long relationship only to start another one shortly after. I did
so despite the concerns of those who love me and found myself changing who I
was to accommodate someone else’s insecurities. Thankfully I sought God in this
situation and He opened my eyes to things I did not see before. Needless to say
I ended that relationship as well. I’ve heard the saying “hope deferred makes
the heart grow sick” but never really understood what it meant until after my
last breakup. Though my heart was broken it was my spirit that was most
affected. I had never lost my faith or hope in God but my spirit had grown
sick, kind of like when you’ve had bad food and your stomach is unsettled, it
was that feeling but in my spirit. Now that you have the visual or same feeling
let me explain how I got passed it. Once I was finally able to pin point what
it was I was feeling, I was now able to pray about it and seek God for healing
and restoration. God is always faithful, but I don’t need to tell you that, I’m
sure you already know. As I started praying for restoration and spiritual
healing I could feel the sickness fading and eventually it was completely gone.
I have to admit God’s unfailing and unconditional love is over-whelming at
times. No matter how many times we try to do things on our own and step out of
His will for our lives, He is always faithful to bring us back when we
surrender. I thank Him for that and look forward to what He has in store for me
in the New Year. The blessings have already begun as I now have my son home
from the military and this is the first time, since he enlisted four years ago,
that we have had him home for Christmas. The best gift I have received is
having all three of my sons home for Christmas.
So, if your 2016 didn’t go
quite as you had thought or expected; take comfort and know that when we
surrender our will to our Heavenly Father we will not be disappointed. If you
have big plans for 2017 know that if you “commit to the Lord whatever you do,
your plans will succeed” (Proverbs 16:3). Also, “seek first His kingdom and His
righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew
6:33). Here’s to an unbelievable 2016 and the anticipation for an even more
memorable 2017! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
~ A Diva Believing God~
