The Spirit of God, the Master, is on me because God anointed me. He sent me to preach good news to the poor, heal the heartbroken, Announce freedom to all captives, pardon all prisoners. God sent me to announce the year of his grace— a celebration of God’s destruction of our enemies— and to comfort all who mourn, To care for the needs of all who mourn in Zion, give them bouquets of roses instead of ashes, Messages of joy instead of news of doom, a praising heart instead of a languid spirit. Rename them “Oaks of Righteousness” planted by God to display his glory. They’ll rebuild the old ruins, raise a new city out of the wreckage. They’ll start over on the ruined cities, take the rubble left behind and make it new. You’ll hire outsiders to herd your flocks and foreigners to work your fields, But you’ll have the title “Priests of God,” honored as ministers of our God. You’ll feast on the bounty of nations, you’ll bask in their glory. Because you got a double dose of trouble and more than your share of contempt, Your inheritance in the land will be doubled and your joy go on forever.
You can meet the most ordinary people who are doing extraordinary things at the most random places. A week ago I decided to head back out to the front lines of the abortion clinic. This is a hard territory for many to go to and a hard ministry to take on. You have to experience it to fully grasp the oppression of this place. I spoke to a few people and continued on with what I felt God had called me to do for that day.
A precious lady came up, stayed to herself and on the other side of the entrance of the abortion clinic. I knew she was there for a purpose and that was to pray for these women walking in. I didn't say much, I continued praying and speaking life into the women walking in. Its a not a social hour or a time to call out to these women that they are "murderers" and "Going to Hell". Its a time to love and bring light to the lies they buy into at the abortion clinics.
After a while this sweet lady came and we chatted for a moment. Such a huge compassionate heart. We need more people who are going out to be compassionate and loving to these women, not condemning. As we chatted it was such a God ordained moment. I think we both walked away feeling encouraged and empowered to continue to bring life and love to these women. I asked if I could have her number before we parted ways. She agreed.
As we have chatted over the past week and even met for coffee. We realized A LOT of our story was similar. And its not the struggles we've had in life but how much the Lord has done in each of us. He has brought us out of the pit of hell and darkness to a place of healing and love. We may have met on the front lines of the abortion clinic a week ago and it was God who brought us together.
See my friend is an ordinary lady who has been through much in her life. But she's out there doing extraordinary things. She lives the life that is obedient unto the Lord. It has inspired me to do more, find more healing for myself, seek God more intently, and most of all HAVE HOPE IN ALL THINGS. Her life story is what makes her beautiful. The Lord truly shines through her story, her hope, her loss, her pain. We all can learn in this situation that no matter the circumstances we have been through or the pain that the Lord is alive in our spirits today. He is here to heal the broken hearted and bring strength to us when we are weak.
Go back to the verse I first shared that you may be going through hell and pain but we have a God of redemption and love. He is rebuilding your life to be a vessel for others. Just as he did through my friend I met at the abortion clinic. He has used her not just at the front lines of the abortion clinic but in my life also. Her story is beautiful because she has allowed the Lord to come into those deep wounds and heal her broken heart. Let this testimony but a light. Not matter the circumstances you are are going through there is HOPE.
If you find yourself in this place, email me, facebook me, instagram me. I am here to be a light just as my friend was that day!!
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