The bible verse, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations,” brings to my mind an endearing scene. Because within my mind’s eye, I see Jesus with two little girls sitting on His lap. One of them is me, and the other is my sister Ibiba.
While we are sitting leaning into Jesus and holding each other’s hands, Jesus is telling us an amazing story. The story concerns both of us and the earthly journey we will take one day. Jesus tells us we will be separated for a short time, but not to worry because we will meet up on our earthly journey. And our souls and hearts will recognize one another again.
Pretty amazing imagination, wouldn’t you say? Maybe, maybe not. I have always seen this place with Jesus while growing up. And when I met Ibiba in Fulshear, Texas, she completed the picture. I am sure any Psychiatrist would tell you it is a displaced childhood memory formed through church attendance and daydreams of a little girl. Except my family was only CEO’s, Christmas and Easter Only when it came to church. As I became older, going to church stopped entirely.
Whatever it is, this thought brings me immense comfort and joy!
Have you ever found peace, comfort, or joy from a thought or a memory? Something that can help to carry you through the difficult days. And it does not necessarily have to be a bible verse or a vision of Jesus. For some, it is the outdoor experience of nature, the sound of a rushing river, or the ocean’s waves slapping the shore.
As 2022 has begun, we do not see the relief some have expected in their lives. Covid is nowhere near going away, just mutating and traveling back around the block again. Jobs with higher pay can’t balance the cost of commodities or housing. And America’s government officials are back to business as usual which is their corrupt monkey business ways.
Has any or all of this touched your lives? If so, I sympathize with you.
My suggestion would be to find your memory, thought, or location and spend time meditating on it each day. Then, take deep breaths in and out and start thanking God for all that you are grateful for in your life. It’s funny how a little quiet gratitude and joyful thoughts can help you make it through another day in this crazy world!
Blessing For You! “God Bless You and Keep You. May His face shine upon you. May you know His love, joy, and peace each day! In Jesus Name, Amen!”
This is my latest t-shirt design at my Etsy Shop, Originally Amelia. I also made one for men too.
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