Renewal

 

In the previous few posts I have shared some of the ways in which we experience renewal and guidance. There are many, many more times that could be shared. Every day is a fresh opportunity to become a new person. What many think are failures are actually opportunities to discover new life and who our father in heaven is. It is in our brokenness that we draw closer to Him. Being vulnerable and fragile does not mean being weak or dying. It is a place where you are open to the Holy Spirit's guidance and instruction. The "Brainy Quote" above speaks of perseverance versus strength. To be strong in perseverance is what we are asked to do. We are asked to live our lives in spite of all of the obstacles we encounter, and there will be many obstacles along that path. Some obstacles will be all but invisible and others like impenetrable walls. Some are there to teach and others to change the direction of your path and still others to deepen your faith. Some years ago I was questioning what my purpose in life was. It was a deep and personal question. Another question was what was the meaning of my name. The answer came while working at my desk one day in a powerful message. "I am guardian!" My reaction was guardian of what? I am no warrior with armor and weapons. The answer to that was some time in coming. I was given a card with my name on it. I don't remember who had given it to me but it was an answer to both questions. On it was a verse from Deuteronomy 6:5 "I will love God with all my heart; with all my soul; with all my strength." The meaning of my name is "Guardian of Light." It is the only time I have ever seem this meaning. I am still not sure what the meaning of my name signifies. The Deuteronomic verse is how I feel about God. One more reason for my current study of the time when Christ was on earth and the apostles were the messengers of his existence and witnessing to His teachings. Perseverance is the key to moving forward with a reverence toward our Father in heaven. There is a rich and very personal life to be had if we revere Christ. How do you view God, Christ and the Holy Spirit. We are all different and He has made us all unique in every way. Seek Him. Knock on the door and it will be opened for you to come in.  

May the good Lord Bless and keep you safe. Remember to "Always Love The Details."