Title: Still Growing
Category: Contemplative
Blog Entry: I have been going through a class called Alpha at church. It is a course in basic Christianity. Initially, I was resistant to going...I mean, I'm NOT a new Christian, yet the Lord kept telling me I needed to go. So, after missing the first 2 classes, I was obedient and went. I'm really enjoying the course. The lessons are very applicable to daily life and scripturally based. I've learned a lot and I've had to think and pray a lot. There is a young man in my Alpha small group who asks some very deep, provocative questions which I think is great.
We went on an overnight "Holy Spirit Weekend" April 18th and 19th. I went expecting something, not sure what. Nothing earth shaking happened, but I did leave filled with peace. I trust that He will reveal Himself when the time is right. I am glad I went, definitely no regrets and feel very blessed by it.
I believe my emotional healing is complete or nearly so. My moods are very very stable, don't get angry so easily and I don't over react to every situation. Patience is another virtue I'm developing. I'm also learning not to be so quick to spout off about something but to either let it go, or give time for the emotions to leave before I discuss it.
I am now working close to 30 hours a week. It is hard, but I'm managing. I also see signs of continued healing. My hip, which has been replaced but needs (needed) revision is more stable and less painful. I understand that God is healing me from the inside out and I'm fine with that. He keeps telling me "in HIS time". I'm also studying a book called The Healing Oils of the Bible which is giving me deeper understanding about healing.
I have done something I've never even considered before. I planted a container garden of vegetables. Every day I am in awe of what's growing. A friend suggested I pray a blessing on my garden and God is blessing it for sure. I feel almost like a new mom, lol. Speaking of my container garden, I've mentioned living in a mobile home park. I am no longer embarrassed about living in a mobile home and am now quite content here. "Things" have become pretty meaningless now. I am where God wants me to be at this point in time and I'm happy to be here. I haven't written much lately because of working, but I want everyone to know that the Lord continues to bless me abundantly and my healing continues.
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