This morning I had an incredible quiet time. I spent a little over an hour in prayer, the Bible, and devotions. I put on my armor of God and clothed myself in Him. It's been many months since I had a quiet time like this. God new I needed this time, Today. Only a few hours later I received some terrible news - a love one had passed away.
So this Memorial Day as we honor those who gave their lives serving our nation, I’m mourning the loss one of the greatest warriors in my life, my Celebrate Recovery sponsor. She made the most of her time, her life by serving others. She truly loved others and has made a HUGE difference in the lives of many, many people.
Over the past year, she has encouraged me at some of my most painful moments, demonstrated God’s love & grace when I was struggling, and challenged me to grow and mature on my recovery journey. No matter what I was going through she was there. She seemed to know what needed, even when I didn’t have a clue. She knew everything about me, the good and the bad, yet loved me anyways. When I got sidetracked or distracted, I’ll never forget her asking over and over, “How’d that work out for you.” When I tried to get by with a simple or cliché response, she’d smile as she challenged, “Now what’s your real answer.”
Sweet Sponsor, Thank you for being a living testimony – a message that has touched my heart louder than any sermon preached. Thank you for modeling how to live an amazing & fulfilling life. Thank for allowing God’s amazing grace to overflow from your life when I needed it most. Thank you for helping me become a better person and showing me how God’s light can shines brighter through all the cracks in my life. Thank you me pushing me to dig deeper and not take the easy way out. You have stored up many rewards in heaven; my life is just one of the many jewels in your crown. I will never forget you. Goodbye for now, but don’t forget to Save a place for me!
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