Unconditional love
Well, here I am. It's past midnight (usually the time I get to write these blog posts) and I'm inspired:). I have so much to be thankful for this year. The challenges of juggling work, my master's program, mommy duties, and my relationship with my boyfriend have actually turned out to be blessings (although sometimes in disguise). When we're going through the challenges, or as David once put it, as we're "walking in the dark valleys" (Psalm 23:4), the only thing we sometimes want to do is simply get out and run as far as possible. I know for me, running is my first instinct so that I can guard my heart against fears and pain. The last month has been one of prayer, fasting, and seeking lots of advice for wisdom (Proverbs 11:14). I am so thankful to God for giving me his Word. His word is really true and it's true that when we live by his word we will "know the truth and the truth will set us free" (John 8:32). Free from shame, guilt, fears, ...