I grew up in it, but turned away for a very, very long time out of my own ignorance and thinking. The stories I can tell during those times are now testimonies. I have people that see me in my new life and hear of the old and tell me how that doesnāt even sound or look like the same person standing in front of them. I definitely should not be here today. Thereās a plan for each of us. Thanks for sharing David. Itās always amazing to hear more of Godās love and work through others. Take it easy my friend
Today I was asked what false images I had of God. My authentic personal response
I donāt really know to be honest. I was a child raised in church. Became distant. Through all my trials and ugliness, those images I had as a child died. I always knew him and knew he was more than I could imagine from a young age. Thatās why I never stopped believing. I was just so lost in my anger and hurt. I tried to take it all on myself. It was through my darkest times, that I have repented and accepted him. My image now puts me in a placement of complete awe. It makes my physical form feel non-existent when I focus on his spirit. He is in EVERYTHING!
Iāve been falling off lately cussing a little bit. It took me 3 yearās to break that nasty habbit. So starting today Iām going to be choosing my wordās much more wisely online and off. I certainly donāt need something that simple defiling me or to use that kind of language around my kidās like I used to. That aināt who I want to be so Iām going to work on it. I just wanted to share that with the group.
Matthew 15:18
But the things which proceed from out of the mouth come out of the heart, and they defile the man.
Itās a struggle bus for sure. I have one of THE worst mouths. Itās gotten so much better. I notice in all I do though lately, if Iām letting myself be more in worldly ways ie, the music I choose, shows/movies I watch, the way I talk/gossip with others at work, etcā¦ that habit starts forming stronger again in me. Why I do my very best to stay with the Lord in all I do. But itās hard out in these streets lol
Weāre human
Iām going to join you on this @SoberVigilant. My mouth just doesnāt portray the the person Iām becoming . The bad words must go along with alcohol and drugs . I have a ten year old who I donāt swear in front of unless it accidentally comes out like if I drop something on my foot or break something. Iām teaching myself words like saying freaking and fricking . My mothers freaking great at it ā¦ She says oh shine instead of sh*t ā¦. Im putting it into my programme and the promise s ā sometimes quickly sometimes slowly it will always materialise if I work for it
Its been awhile since Ive spoken to God. I used to be so diligent on prayer every morning and would connect with Him throughout the day, turning my thinking and acting over to Him. Id like to get back to that place
Yesterday i was reminded (thru a meme on fb) to give God all our problems. To let go and let God. Theres an issue ive been dealing with the past couple days and i had been stewing over it, letting it rent space in my head. I decided to let go of this problem yesterday and give it to God. Im continuing to do that today when i notice those thoughts creep back up. I do feel more at peace and i seem to have more clarity over this situation.
When i pray i dont feel as connected but i know that will return overtime. I feel like I am getting my spiritual groove back I feel grateful for yoi all that post in this thread. I dont post here too often (as of late) but do read what you all post. It keeps me connected in a way. So thank you!
ā¦. Im putting it into my programme and the promise s ā sometimes quickly sometimes slowly it will always materialise if I work for it 
I feel grateful for yoi all that post in this thread. I dont post here too often (as of late) but do read what you all post. It keeps me connected in a way. So thank you!