I can only imagine how painful it must of been for Jesus to be persecuted because of his Father's blessing on Him and purpose for Him. When we are persecuted, ridiculed, or disliked because we are Christ Followers it is just a grain-size amount of pain and sorrow in comparison to that of the pain that I imagine Jesus endured.
It hurts so much to love someone so much and be persecuted, rejected, insulted by them for living with the love of GOD!
Everything reminds me of him - places, people, things, comments, etc. I find myself yearning to hear his voice, feel his embrace, see his face - OH so very often. At the same time my hunger and thirst for God's love and a desire for a deeper relationship with God is more evident than ever. I have found so much peace, joy, and happiness with God's love that it would only be normal that I would want to share my experiences with those that I love the most. My prayer is that one day he may get to know the peace, joy, and happiness I have found in God's love.
It hurts to be persecuted, rejected, and insulted by him for my belief in God and for accepting God's love for me. I know that scripture says that "Blessed" are you when people persecute you because you are a Christ Follower. (see Mathew 5:11) It is hard for me to see that as a blessing right now, but I understand why it is a blessing - IT SURE IS!! It still hurts. My wounds are fresh, but I have faith that my blessing will come and I will understand why it had to be this way in time.
Why is it more acceptable to be hanging at bars, clubs, or any other places than at church? What better place to hang than at church!! I refuse to conform to the worldly, acceptable 'hang out' spots for singles nowadays - even if it means loosing someone that I love so dearly. I am doing good deeds while at church - feeding the homeless, volunteering at the church, hugging people that are hurting, encouraging those that are down, etc. So why does he find this so wrong? That is what hurts the most.
Lord continue to give me the strength, courage, and wisdom to surrender my love for **** to you. You have me and him in your hands and you will take care of our hearts and our paths. May your will be done. God I know that you love me and that this too will only make me stronger and wiser. Thank you Lord for the lessons and trials. Thank you for your ever so present peace and overflowing grace. Amen
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Well, my friend. I can understand where you are coming from. I get frutrated too, wen I see y loved ones struggling without having too. Jhn 17:14 I have given them your word. And the world hates them because they do not belong to the world, just as I do not.
15 I'm not asking you to take them out of the world, but to keep them safe from the evil one. 16 They are not part of this world any more than I am. 17 Make them pure and holy by teaching them your words of truth. 18 As you sent me into the world, I am sending them into the world
Stay encoursged my sister, I hope for the same. Love you girl!
It hurts so much, Liza, to feel that pain and rejection. It's so lonely too at times when those closest to you want nothing to do with your passion. praying for you and here for you, girl.
Holly took the words right out of my mouth. I am praying for you as well. You are a big inspiration though.
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