There are moments that forever 'mark' our lives - they are good moments and unfortunately there are also 'bad' moments. It could be a death, job loss, move, etc. I think back over these last four years and consider not only what moments have effected me, but also my kids, my marriage, my extended family, etc.
Some of our highlights have been:
Layoff, death of grandfather(mine), my mother's incapacitation, foot surgery, husband's relapse, death of MIL, MIL illness, financial issues, separation, kids succeeding in school and friendships, favor with employment, worsening of food allergies, hearing issues, personal back injury, chronic pain in my husbands body, maturation of my kids, ripping apart of my sibling relationships- and now some restoration of that. And like your list I am sure, mine could go on.
I think back over the awesome favor of God in my life, the life of my children, and my husband - not to say we have had it easy breezy, but I am so definitely sure things could have been worse.
As I feel like spring is continuing inside me I get all giddy.
I have been in 'winter' for a long time it seems. Sort of like a soldier with PTSD. Just kind of going through the motions, thankful, but also waiting for that next atom bomb.
For whatever reason God is choosing now to again, shake up my ground - pour out His life water, and start my regrowth after dormancy. I had moments this past fall, but allowed myself to hibernate once again.
This post does not suffice all that is happening inside my heart and life, but please know - 'To God Be ALL the glory!!' I take nothing for granted. Not my marriage, my children, my job, friends, nothing.
As a side note this 'shake up' includes my battle with the enemy where food and sugar and breads are concerned. It is so true what the Bible says, 'resist the devil and he will flee'. There are days his persuasion is SO strong and just exactly what my flesh believes is needed, but each time I have resisted his uncanny timing, I have become spiritually stronger in this area! It is also true what Proverbs says, where there is no plan, the people perish'. This is not speaking just to finances or tomorrow- or even to the coming of a digital shutdown that could cripple our lives. No, this speaks to every area- especially our own specific 'soft spot' so to speak. I am learning every day the fine art of preparation.
Daily I try and confess God's word and promises over me, my marriage, and my family. Romans 14:7
Be blessed!
