Today, 31 December 2013, seems like the perfect day to blog about letting things go. I'm not even going to be vague. Let's face it. More often than not, miscommunication or lack of communication can lead to many headaches in relationships. Too often we're afraid of what the other might think or how our words will make them feel. So we shield one another from truths and thoughts that could benefit both of us, much to the detriment of our relationships. Be rest assured that you are not the only one (or couple) that goes through this.
So just take a moment to reflect on the lows of the year. Those things that could have been avoided and actually stole your joy. THOSE things. Now remove them off your shoulders right now and lay them at the foot of the Throne. Jesus has been waiting the entire year to receive them and release them from your care.
Personally, I have been hurt by others this year. I walked around with a thorn in my foot and accused just about everyone for the way I was feeling. Yes, some of the actions toward me were deliberate, but I actually have the capacity to forgive. Some people have hurt and disrespected my husband, and I felt compelled to hold grudges on his behalf - because he just doesn't. I prayed for peace in my heart without actually relinquishing my hold on the issues. I even (successfully, at times) managed to just shove them at the back of my mind while concentrating on the highlights. But things that aren't dealt with will always resurface. When the sun's rays come again tomorrow, those dark shadows are illuminated and serve as a reminder that you have not yet let go. So? LET GO.
I'm taking this time to forgive every colleague that offended me, every fellow believer that didn't act out of love in their word or actions toward me, every friend that overstepped the boundaries or did not keep their promises, every person who posed as supportive while secretly tried break me down, and anyone who spoke words of death over me or my family. I'm releasing you. I'm also taking this time to apologise to those I hurt - intentionally or unintentionally. Please forgive me.
Be blessed. Onto the next one! Let's walk hand in hand with Jesus into a new season of reconciliation, hope, forgiveness and love!
Happy New Year!!!!!!!!
I LOVE YOU
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