Have you ever been told you are too honest? Within my blog entries I reveal a lot about my past and what is going on inside my head. I am at a point in my life where helping others is more important than protecting my image. If you don't like what you read, move on. Yes, many wouldn't reveal what I have revealed, but what difference does it make? We all have suppressed mistakes of which we are not proud. By actually saying them out loud, in print, inner peace and trust in Jesus have been strengthened. I don't feel ashamed or embarrassed or guilty. Revealing the truth is truly liberating with the knowledge Jesus will always be there to protect me. The change in me is visceral; I no longer fear being vulnerable.
The Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 27:
1, 2, 3) for today is: The Lord is
my light and my salvation.
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear?
The LORD
is my life's refuge; of whom should I
be afraid? When evildoers
come at me to devour my flesh, my foes and my enemies
themselves
stumble and fall. Though an army
encamp against me, my heart will not
fear; Though war be
waged upon me, even then will I
trust.
In Volume Two, Jesus promises
to calm our fears when vulnerable:
“My faithful ones, who
are struggling to serve Me and be holy, please trust Me for I am with you. I have
pledged My protection to you and I will not leave you vulnerable. Offer Me small
little prayers when you are frightened or unsure and I will place My calming hands
upon you, steadying and reassuring you. You will look back at this time of
service to Me and you will be so grateful that you said “yes” to your God. My
children, you will look upon so many souls sharing eternity with you who would be
absent if not for your service. Can you imagine the joy you will share with
these souls? So be brave and continue in My service, walking the path I have
illuminated before you. It is there you will find your peace and your key to
eternity.”
Every day I grow stronger in trusting outcomes to Jesus. Who else knows me better? No one. If I only knew then what I know now . . .
Thank you, Lord, for giving me the determination to withstand vulnerability within myself, even when judgement occurs. You are my strength!
God bless,
Bonnie
2 comments:
Being open, honest, and transparent only improves your image.
Dear Anonymous,
Yes! I just wish I wouldn't have been so concerned about what others thought about me when I was younger. With age comes wisdom, right? Thank you so much for your comment!
God bless,
Bonnie
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