#EvolutionofaHolyBadAss
“then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert; the burning sand shall become a pool and the thirsty ground springs of water; the haunt of jackals shall become a swamp; the grass shall …
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”John 10:11 NRSVUE We’re covered. A good shepherd builds trust through constant presence, guidance, and defense, living among the flock, maintaining a selfless commitment.We’re convered.Knowing this, let’s worry less, love and laugh more, and trust the Good Shepherd.Thanks be to God. …
“You forgave the iniquity of your people; you pardoned all their sin. Selah You withdrew all your wrath; you turned from your hot anger. Restore us again, O God of our salvation, and put away your indignation toward us.”Psalms 85:2-4 NRSVUE “Restore us again, oh God.” I am changing. I am releasing what no longer …
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.”Philippians 4:4-5 NRSVUE Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. I have historically reserved my gentleness, but you always knew, Beloved. I’ve been the recipient of overwhelming gentleness in my season of grief. Extending …
“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 …
“A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.”Ephesians 6:10-11 NLT When reading this encouragement to the fellowship at Ephesus, I am reminded of watching my beloved Granny get dressed. …
Dying to your self-image and desires is painful and unpleasant but remember, you just said that was what you wanted.
I found a therapist who feels like a smart best friend. She understands my context and my subtext, and as a writer, there are few things more profound. 2022 has been the hardest year I can remember...the year that everyone died, or at least it seemed that way. 2022 soundly kicked my ass. Slayed me. …
"Beginning today, given all that may be lost to me, I'm taking things back."
I wake up every morning feeling fragile. I do not obsess over my mortality; rather, I am grateful to a larger extent each day the gift that my life, health, and strength are. I Do Not Take Life For Granted. Still, I stride boldly into each day, chin out. It's a farce, but it works. …
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Chelle A Wilson 
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