I have been delivered from so many things, but for some reason this if difficult to put into words.
Alcoholism - I know in CR it's proper to say a recovering alcoholic, but in Christ old things have passed away and I have become a new creation. For years I used alcohol to ease the stress and numb the pain, God has completely delivered me from the desire and addiction.
Being a child of divorce - So many times my parents were on the verge of divorce and I often prayed that my parents would split up. Today I'm grateful that God saved me from being a product of divorced parents.
Divorced with children - My first marriage was on the rocks, even before it officially began. My ex husband tried to convince me that a child would fix our marriage. I’m so grateful a child didn't have to suffer from our mistakes.
Loneliness – After my divorce I felt like a failure, I felt alone and abandoned. God carried me through that difficult season and even blessed me with a second chance at love, even though I didn't deserve it. When I hit my rock bottom and tragedy hit, I felt abandoned but God kept reaching out comforting. Even as I tried to push him away due to my feelings of unworthiness, He was faithful when I wasn't. He was my strength, when I had none. Through my recovery journey He has also blessed with true friends that will hold my hands through the ups and downs.
Bankruptcy - We were in debt over our heads but God provided a way out. The timing of selling the boat, which was technically a second home, was miraculous. As my hubby's job downsized we only had enough cash to make a few months payments. Our broker laughed when we explained our desperate situation. He said not to expect anyone to look before spring, yet the boat was sold in a matter of weeks. A few years later, our home sold to the first person that looked at it and then the same thing happened to my parents allowing them to relocated here to help me on my recovery journey.
Hell -The debts I owe – He sent His Son to pay my price. He died so that I may live.
Depression and feelings of a life not worth living. He didn't let me drown in my sorrows.
Bitterness and resentments – For so many years I carried this heavy baggage – especially with my mom. God has delivered me from this and given me grace to overflowing. My once judgmental attitude has been changed to a heart of grace.
Fear, Anxiousness and worry – This is a huge one. I was brought up to be fearful, but for the first time in my life I am experiencing his peace. This is another one that is difficult to explain, but I have a supernatural peace right now.
I know that there are many many things I've been delivered from that I’m not aware of. He is my protector. I’m learning to trust him. All too often I've leaned on my own understanding. I truly want to lean on Him with everything.
You have delivered me from all my troubles,
and my eyes have looked in triumph on my foes. (Psalm 54:7)
and my eyes have looked in triumph on my foes. (Psalm 54:7)
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