It has only been a relatively short period of time that I have found my identity in Christ and in this I struggle to reflect on many teachings through my small knowledge and understanding.
In my experience I have found the strongest example or witness to this is simply through my testimony. In the last year I and those around me have seen God work in so many wonderful ways to transform a broken and lost being into a person at peace in God’s love and finding new direction in life through my Love of him.
From the moment I surrendered myself and proclaimed my Love for the Lord I have found such a strong and purposeful path to follow. For so many years I had known there was something vital missing in my life which was key to this purpose that I desired so badly.
It has not been easy and at times we all struggle to fight against our own determination to create our own path and purpose. But I can wholeheartedly testify along with those around me that love me and have seen my journey that in loving God, in trusting God and in surrendering control, God can do good in me, with me and truly use me for his purpose not mine.
Thank you Gary for reminding me that it is for His purpose – that means letting him determine the paths and the purpose for our lives.
Something I find myself taking control back from him and not seeking his guidance and then wondering why things are not right with my choices. Thankfully He is a gracious God and forgives when I stray from his paths.
So good to read this, the power of our own transforming stories can and will change lives if we choose to be brave enough to share them. Keep on sharing Gary.
I love that God takes us, our lives & our experiences and uses them to help change the lives of others. Keep telling your story Gary. Much blessing to you.