I don't like saying things I don't mean, especially the term BLESSED, which is used very often in the church. I mentioned how cautious I am to use the word BLESSED in an entry back in April , and today I want to testify to how another promise has been fulfilled in my life. So.. what is a promise I banked on?
[From a recent Creative Development exercise we did in Pubs]
How was this promise fulfilled? Confession: I've heard this verse many times before and even memorized it--but despite knowing it in my head, I really doubted it in my heart. I knew Jesus said things like "No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God" (Luke 9:62) but I OFTEN looked back (and side to side) wondering if the way of following Christ was really the BEST LIFE I COULD LIVE. If I had to describe this summer in one word, it would be affirming . I've been affirmed in my job, my ministry, my relationships and I truly FEEL that there