Today’s prompt: to write a
letter to yourself at an earlier time in your life (any time you’d like to
address) and share what you know now about the faith journey…“What I Know Now.”
My letter is to myself in my
high school and college years.
Dear Laura,
If I could share one
thing with you, it would be this…
Your personal relationship with Jesus is the most important
relationship you will ever have.
Right now, you know
about Him, but you don’t know Him
personally.
I know you don’t know what this means and you’re wondering how it’s
possible to have a one-on-one relationship with someone who isn’t with you in
person.
Let me tell you…He is
with you. Every minute of every day. And He’s waiting for you to want to get to
know Him. He won’t force you; He’ll wait patiently for you.
There is nothing you
can do to make Him stop loving you. Nothing.
And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 NLT
He knows your actions,
what you’re thinking, and how you feel. He is full of love, mercy, and grace,
and you can tell Him anything without condemnation. When you confess your sins
to Him, you are forgiven and He chooses to never remember it again. It’s a
promise, and God never breaks His promises.
“For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.” Jeremiah 31:34 NIV
Talk with Him and
study His Word. As you spend time getting to know Him, you will be given
greater understanding of God’s character and His Ways. Your faith will grow and
you will desire to trust Him, even when you don’t understand.
Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he's the one who will keep you on track. Proverbs 3:5-6 The Message
Your trust and faith
in the Lord will get you through anything that comes your way.
When your emotions get
the better of you…spend time with Jesus before you do anything else. Cry out to
Him and receive His comfort. Don’t let your actions come from hurt or angry feelings.
It only makes things worse. (Believe me, I know.) Instead, ask God for guidance
and wisdom, knowing that He will provide both.
When you feel you
can’t trust others, even a loved one…you can always trust Him. Verbalize
it—“Lord, I don’t trust this person, but I trust You.” Then keep your eyes on
Him and let Him handle it.
You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Isaiah 26:3 NLT
When life is spinning
out of control…God is constant. He doesn’t change. You can build your life on
the solid foundation of Christ.
Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock. Isaiah 26:4 NLT
Life will happen, and
so often it’s not the way we want or hope for. But when your faith is built on
solid ground, God is there to soften the blows of life. Sometimes He will stop
the storm, and other times He’ll allow you to go through it, but He will always
walk beside you and guide you every step of the way.
The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.” Psalm 32:8 NLT
God has a plan for
your life. A wonderful, glorious plan.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 NLT
He knows you.
He loves you.
And He’s waiting
patiently to be a part of your life. Get to know Him.
In Christ’s Love,
Laura
How about you? Based on what you
know now, what would you tell a younger you?
In Christ,
Laura
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Isn't it amazing how God chooses us? He knew you and loved you even before you knew Him. What a beautiful letter to your younger self.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and love,
Debbie
I would tell myself not to let others side-track me in my faith in God. Fear of man led me to run away from God's call to ministry when I was a much younger Christian. Twice I had the opportunity for full-time ministry and twice I blew it because of my fear of man.
ReplyDeleteI didn't have anyone in my life to tell me about Jesus, until after my twenties. I am thankful He saved me and redeemed me!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this! I like the verses you chose, and that every piece of advice is based upon His Word.
ReplyDeleteGood post. The most important thing in our lives is Jesus and pressing into that relationship with Him. Thank you for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a good post. This would be such a good letter to give someone you know that is younger than you.
ReplyDeleteThis writing prompt is such a wonderful idea.
Oh the letters I would write to my younger self! I love your letter it's really all that matters, isn't it? :)
ReplyDeleteI love this. I would have loved someone to tell me these things repeatedly as a new believer! Great post Laura!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea and I think your letter is very insightful. I could have used a letter like this one when I was in my 20s...like you said, in my youth I also knew about Him, and even believe in Him, but didn't KNOW him. Thanks again! Have a blessed day.
ReplyDeleteHi Laura, I just loved reading your letter. "verbalize it".. this is very hard for me, even now -- because it's easier to just hide it away. I loved all the verses -- the gems God's given you throughout the years -- and now you can look back and write this letter to your younger self. And share it here with us.
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