Change please

Isn't it amazing how sometimes God can reveal to us in one single day
something that He has been working on teaching us for years? I guess
this may warrant some explanation... Today I was talking with my twin
sister about how her thanksgiving went. She spent it in Naches, WA
with my mom's side of the family. Most people who know us know the
history there... But to sum it up, this side of the family has what
Kendra said well, an 'alcoholic culture.' There is a lot of verbal
and emotional abuse. When someone is hurt or offended, they often
react in spite or anger... It's just the way they've learned to deal
with their feelings. Well, I grew up in this family and I have
learned to deal with my feelings in the exact same way... But tonight
God showed me something really amazing and wonderful. He showed me
that He has changed me! Now I'm not saying I'm perfect or like 'I've
arrived' or anything like that... I definitely still react in ways
that are not ideal when people say things to me that I don't want to
hear... All I'm saying is that I'm not the same as I was. It's not as
instant... I'm slower to react... Sometimes I even respond in the way
that I actually want to respond! (lovingly!) It amazes me because I
did nothing to bring about this change in myself (except to want it).
God did this! I know it may seem simple, but if you've ever tried to
change your behavior on your own then you know... It's impossible!
But with God, all things are possible! I just wanted to share that
because I get excited when I can see how God is working in my life and
making me a more whole person. I just love knowing God! :)

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