Have you ever seen someone and just instantly liked him, instantly trusted him?
Have you ever known a person and the way he looked at you just made you shiver?
I went to see my friend and mentor today, RSL. She is an amazing, giving person, and something about her inspires me.
Today she asked me a question that caught me by surprise. Though it probably shouldn't have. She's the second person in the past few weeks to ask. I wondered how she knew. Was it that obvious?
Her question reminded me of how we can live between two worlds, but we can't really become two people.
the time we spend on our knees
the pain we absorb
our secret sins
the choices we make
the words we choose
They sometimes come out clear and sharp-edged, like a photo in a newspaper. More often, they weave together in a complex tapestry. Our joys and sorrows, weaknesses and strengths. Our stories. They touch every aspect of our lives, each part of our universe affecting the others.
"When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus."
The story of our lives can show that we have been with Jesus.
And I hope that in my tapestry, I can live and love in such a way that I learn to let Him show through.
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i think that no matter what is in your tapestry that there will be gold, silver and purple threads in the design that will show very clearly of Jesus being part of your story. it is amazing what Jesus can do...He is a master at tapestry.
So very true, Nancy! Good point! That reminds me of that verse, "God works all things together..."
Thanks for stopping by!
The Walk,
Very good and helpful words. Words to be remembered. And encouraging.
Reminds me of real humans like David and all of them in Scripture, and above all, of myself whom I know in a way, better than anyone else.
Thanks!
Good point about the people from scripture, Ted. I find it interesting that our lives are a continuation of the big story that began at the beginning of time. I find that exciting.
The walk,
I wanted to know what the question was. Not knowing helped me think of what others see that I think is hidden.
Wonderful post as usual.
I want you to know how much I enjoy reading your blog.
Keep up the excellent posts comming.
You do a fantastic job.
I pray that God's blessings will fall on your life as you strive to follow the will of God.
I hope you have a blessed week!
In Him,
Kinney Mabry
Aka,
Preacherman! :-)
1 Tim 4:12
thanks for your kind comment on my blog.
you are very nice and encouraging, sister.
The Oho Report,
Thank you so much for stopping by. I am so excited to have discovered your wonderful blog! Your posts are thought-provoking and make me smile. Looking forward to reading more.
I read this everyday and it gives me strength.
Preacherman,
Thank you so much for your wonderful, on-going words of encouragement. It means so much to me, and I learn so much from you.
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