I began journaling on and off about 2 years ago. It was through that and the grace of God that I’ve begun to gain perspective and peace on my life, and what steps I can take to be living out God’s purpose for me. But one very important lesson I learned is that I have baggage. Obvious, yes. But it’s a truth that I think plagues so many of us, yet we refuse to acknowledge it. ...”Plagues” is a harsh word. That’s the other lesson I learned. I have baggage, and it’s okay. We all have baggage, and it’s okay. If we ever have that moment where we reach a place where we desire healing, we can’t ever hope to reach a place OF healing until we’re willing to own up to that baggage, to claim it. Our baggage is what brings us to a place of brokenness, of “unhealth”. It’s like that fear we need to face in order to conquer it. My baggage resides firmly in my former relationships. Once I was able to call it out for what it is, I can now break it down and with time, hopefully be able to conquer it, to see my patterns and change them.
I don’t claim to have all the answers. ...I don’t even claim to have half of the answers. But, I know that God has given me a heart for counsel, for advice. So, if you need some perspective on something going on in your life, I’m here to help.
Trisha, this was so amazing to read! I've enjoyed our comments back and forth since you added me on MySpace several years ago. I love telling you how much you rock at rocking. Now, to see where God has led you in a relationship with Him is nothing short of incredible and inspiring! Thank you for sharing this part of your life. I look forward to checking back on a regular basis. I will also be adding your blog to my links at http://mattamesblogs.wordpress.com. Take care and keep melting faces!
ReplyDeleteThx for being real. I connect with the baggage thing leading us to brokenness. Been there in a major way in 2009. Look forward to reading more as it comes.
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