What a comforting thing for Jesus to say. I had always hoped that someday I would be in a relationship that would be glorifying and testify to God's goodness. I thank God that there is nothing about it that I want to or feel the need to hide. The integrity of it is overwhelming and wonderful. As I continue to reflect on my relationship, I am convinced that I am being obedient to Jesus by saying yes to it. I am saying yes to letting God show me more about myself. Yes to actively trusting Jesus with my heart. Yes to letting someone else's broken affect my life and yes to bringing healing to someone else's life. Yes to complicating my life for a worthy and noble aim. It is a beautiful thing that he inspires me to love other well. I'm excited to be generous, inviting, and hospitable with him. I cannot for a second take my eyes off of Jesus, otherwise I will see the wind and the growing waves and start to sink. Still out on the water. And lovin' it.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Defining Words.
Honesty. Integrity. Vulnerability. Gratitude.
I never thought that there was a man in the world who values those things. AND loves Jesus. AND wants to seek Him first. AND wants to do that with me. AND tells me everyday that I am a precious daughter of God. AND prays against the lies that I believe about myself and relationships. AND lets me speak truth into his life. AND so much more.
I have never known a more redemptive relationship in my life. I assumed I would be single for a very long time, but God really pulled a freakin' miracle. Out of thin air. In the span of about a month. I have said for a long time that I do not want to be in relationship if it doesn't make sense. Ladies and gentlemen. Dillon makes sense. There is no twisting or squirming to try to make it work. This is legitimately good. And I can honestly tell you that not only does Dillon make sense, it is borderline creepy how well we understand each other and each other's relationship with God. I'm sure with time we will find things we disagree on. (Dillon has said he is looking forward to arguing with me and is excited for the things we will learn from that. He knows what's up.)
I can't believe God brought such a good man into my life. He is such a gift. I am learning to receive the gift of grace. I am learning to let him provide for me and lead me. I am excited. And I think he is going to be around for a long time.
God gets all the credit. Hallelujah. He is good. My mind is blown.
THANK YOU JESUS. I am so undeserving of this extravagant grace and blessing. You are so good to us.
I never thought that there was a man in the world who values those things. AND loves Jesus. AND wants to seek Him first. AND wants to do that with me. AND tells me everyday that I am a precious daughter of God. AND prays against the lies that I believe about myself and relationships. AND lets me speak truth into his life. AND so much more.
I have never known a more redemptive relationship in my life. I assumed I would be single for a very long time, but God really pulled a freakin' miracle. Out of thin air. In the span of about a month. I have said for a long time that I do not want to be in relationship if it doesn't make sense. Ladies and gentlemen. Dillon makes sense. There is no twisting or squirming to try to make it work. This is legitimately good. And I can honestly tell you that not only does Dillon make sense, it is borderline creepy how well we understand each other and each other's relationship with God. I'm sure with time we will find things we disagree on. (Dillon has said he is looking forward to arguing with me and is excited for the things we will learn from that. He knows what's up.)
I can't believe God brought such a good man into my life. He is such a gift. I am learning to receive the gift of grace. I am learning to let him provide for me and lead me. I am excited. And I think he is going to be around for a long time.
God gets all the credit. Hallelujah. He is good. My mind is blown.
THANK YOU JESUS. I am so undeserving of this extravagant grace and blessing. You are so good to us.
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