#EvolutionofaHolyBadAss
“Moses writes concerning the righteousness that comes from the law, that “the person who does these things will live by them.” But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim),”Romans 10:5, 8 NRSVUE The word is near, in …
“The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade at your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day nor the moon by night.”Psalms 121:5-6 NRSVUE More about grief, fear, and loneliness…it is essentially human to experience these emotions. They are not indicative of insufficient faith. Acknowledge your humanity.Jesus wept.Jesus pitched a …
“for it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.”Matthew 10:20 NRSVUE Have you ever had the experience of saying or doing something offhandedly brilliant? I’ve learned that, for me, it’s an anointing. I can’t do that regularly on my own. I have the honor and privilege of serving …
“Indeed, the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul from spirit, joints from marrow; it is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.”Hebrews 4:12 NRSVUE Contemporary and timeless. Not easy to pull off. Nonetheless, it still fits. It still works. It’s …
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be …
Until recently, I would get upset with people for not appreciating the knots I insisted on tying myself into on their behalf. Ma'am, Who Asked You To? I was socialized to self-sacrifice. I would give, expecting balance. Not quid pro quo, but certainly not what I got. What I received in response was entitlement. Additionally, …
Continue reading "#31DaysofWatchingGodMove-Be Still. Caring for Yourself is Enough"
Daily, I proclaim that I matter. I declare that the love I pour into the world is love of which I am equally worthy. I am releasing my desperate grip on the toxic martyrdom that backs me into corners and is entirely of my making.
The last 3 years of my life have been transformative in exceptional ways. I made it clear that I will fight to the death to protect those I love, even from themselves.
While planning was important, “one needed to live a life that was open to change,” according to the Holy Spirit.
Have you ever not liked someone you loved? There are challenging relationships that call us to honor our core values. I'm committed to this... And I'll be writing 31 days of Liminality. Join me??
Chelle A Wilson 
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