beWARM

Have you had one of those benchmark moments in your faith walk? Where you are so certain that you are hearing or experiencing God that nothing can convince you otherwise?

For me, the vision of beWARM was clearly one such moment.

God doesn’t always speak so emphatically, though. Sometimes His messages drift in like a beautiful fragrance, permeating life with a peace like you have never known.

In other instances, God’s thoughts take you by storm. (This often occurs when there is a sense of urgency on His part).

Then there are those situations when you hear God’s voice accompanied by an awareness of truth that provides the strength and courage to move forward, after which you have a fresh and expansive vision.

These are “AHA” moments, a phrase used by our friends Geri and Ron in Durango for their “AHA” blog. When they recently invited me to share an “AHA”, my thoughts traveled back to 2006.

This was a challenging time for me personally; vulnerability and self doubts ruled my world. I had committed to walking with the Lord, delving into His word in various Bible studies, and believing I had strong faith in Him.

Still, my broad view focused on me rather than Him. For many years I felt that I had to be more of this, or better at that, or “just like that person” to be significant.

God then revealed to me a most freeing concept…that He loves me just the way I am, and that He will never abandon me.

At the time, I realized the hugeness of this message – but now as I look back, this was clearly the most important “AHA” of my life.  From this moment forward, the roots of my confidence and trust in God’s plan for me have been firmly planted within.

A short time later, God also told me that I should feel “content with” rather than “less than”. Small phrases that packed a huge punch.

In the ensuing years, many doors have opened, both in spiritual growth and in service to Him. My heart has soared in the light of His love. And I am so thankful for this holy insight that God graciously granted me.

My faith in Him is secure. He is my strength and my refuge.

The eyes of my heart are open…and looking in His direction.

If you have an “AHA” moment you would like to share, visit Hidden Treasure Community and go to “AHA” blog, and click on Add Your “AHA”.

You can also feel free to share on beWARM!