Happy Sunday!!! It’s the 5th Sunday of Lent and what a beautiful day it is! Mass was beautiful. The enemy caught me this morning, but God, in His mercy and grace, refused to let the enemy win. Today I focus on OVERCOMING those things that hinder me during my journey of change and my opportunity to relish in the Peace of the NEW LIFE God grants me.
Speaking about the story of Lazarus, the word was on point. The story of Lazarus teaches that God is always up to something. Lazarus being brought to life shows that nothing is impossible with God. John 11: 1–45 (story of Lazarus) tells us that when we have lost all hope, our faith in God gives life to the dead areas of our life.
My pastor, in his homily, mentioned how difficult it is getting through struggles without faith. Although it can be done, my faith in God and His power to resurrect the dead areas in my life and rejuvenate my spirit, strengthens my faith in what He will continue to do. It is this same faith that keeps me going in the midst of feeling that I can’t. That same Fath allows me to open my heart and mind to allow positive change. On my not so great days, my faith is what keeps me praying.
Jesus’ raising Lazarus gives glory to God by showing us the capabilities of God. Rather than heal Lazarus, he was given new life. This new life is representing the New Life that I am given each day. Each time that I stumble during my journey, God offers another chance…NEW LIFE. When my journey takes me through the darkness, I know that God is with me; guiding me, protecting me and loving me.
Like Lazarus, my new life gives me hope and reinforces my faith…DESPITE MY SITUATION. Today, as I become anxious about the weeks and months ahead, as I excitedly, yet nervously continue to plan for an awesome celebration for our annual Women’s Day, as I struggle to follow through with my vision and prayerfully walk into God’s purpose for my life, my faith strengthens.
Though difficult, I continue to look for the new life in every situation that appears to be dead. With only a little time left on my lenten journey, I look at those with less than I have…those who are still in the darkness of hurt, betrayal, abuse, physical or mental health issues, those dealing with various forms of addiction, those in recovery or healing; the lonely, broken and poor in spirit.
Seeing others hurting draws a yearning in my spirit. I desire to assist others to be enabled to experience Gods goodness. Through every opportunity I am given, what I see is the opportunity for new life, and a light that shines bright with each passing day. With such an amazing God, I pray that my light gives those in darkness the hope…the faith…the belief that NEW LIFE is possible.
I’m Turning My Pain into My Prayerful Purpose
Dani❤️
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