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A breath of fresh air

As I await the best

Not me all these years thinking I will get to a point where in this lifetime I will be trouble free, as in heaven trouble free. 😶‍🌫️ 


In my 27 years of life I’ve just consciously grasped that temptation and bad news won’t simply come to an end in this life. Temptations, trials, and tribulations are part of our existence. Much like the changing seasons they come and go, making way for the next. Unforeseen circumstances are certain but temporary. It will help me to learn to identify the season I’m in, to accept, prepare myself for it and adjust accordingly.


James 1:2-4 reminds us to "count it all joy when we meet trials of various kinds, for we know that the testing of our faith produces steadfastness. And to let steadfastness have its full effect, that we may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." The use of "when" indicates time, that trials and tribulations are seasonal. Additionally, James instructs us to “know” that tests through these experiences produces fruits within us; steadfastness and wholeness.


Let’s define the keywords "steadfastness" and "wholeness" to better understand how they manifest in our lives, helping us be well positioned and maintain our identity before God.


Steadfastness:

This is the quality of being purposeful and firm in an unwavering manner. Season in season out.

Completeness:

This means being fully equipped with spiritual resources at all times. Completeness is an outcome of character. Character encompasses the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual, including the pursuit of truth, godliness, righteousness, love, joy, peace, gentleness, kindness, patience, perseverance, meekness, humility, self-control, compassion, thankfulness, forgiveness, contentment, and unity as children of God.


To understand the way of life helps us to journey with ease and less frustrations from surprises and expectations. Without trials there’s no steadfastness the other words are endurance and patience. Patience produces gentleness, meekness, compassion, love, kindness, self-control and peace with self, my situation and others. This brings me closer to God.


Faith is Necessary

For many years, I waited for my struggles to end. I would often say things like, “I can’t wait to be completely healed so I can feel at peace, free, and happy again.” I began struggling with an autoimmune disease in 2010 when I started high school, and I prayed and hoped for the day when my life would be as beautiful as those without health issues. Well, I assumed those without chronic illnesses enjoy life to the fullest. For the longest time this is what mattered for me because I felt defeated and helpless. The truth is, faith sustains life; it is the vehicle that keeps us moving forward. It is essential and good. While we should have faith, we must also enjoy the present which is what I struggled making room for year in year out. My assumptions and expectations blinded me from seeing that I can have joy, peace, and strength in the now, rather than waiting for everything to be perfect before truly living a fulfilling life.


Questions We Don’t Have Answers For

Sometimes we have to decide to be content with not having things go our way. We can choose to be joyful even in uncertainty. The truth is, I don’t always know the will of the Creator. Thank you, Jesus, for teaching us how to pray in alignment with the Father’s will in Matthew 6. This has kept me from struggling with worry over what I do not understand. Jesus makes everything well, and His way is unconventional yet rewarding. So comforting! 


With much continued seeking of God through His word and relying on Him I find peace in not having everything figured out. It is finally okay not to have all the answers as long as He is here with me through it. I wish I knew this earlier, that I’m doing well because I’m not alone in this journey. But I am much glad to know that I have been doing well because He has never left me.


What if the path I’m trying to force isn’t meant for me? What if what I seek has already been given to me, even if it looks nothing like I expected? It is best to live a fulfilling life now because tomorrow is a mystery. 


I love you! 🧡




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