Change the world-even if they "don't like you"

  What? You don't like me? Why? What did I do? How can I fix it?  Do you ever find yourself slipping into that insecure moment? I do. 

Most of us like to believe that we are good people.  We are kind, help others, do the best we can, even though we fall short like everyone else. So when faced with animosity, or someone's dislike of us, we become five year old children who just want to be liked.

So what do you do when you fall into the "like me" trap? You RISE. You remember that everyone is not going to like you. You are not their flavor. And that is ok. Read that again. It is ok that everyone doesn't like you. It is ok if they don't wish to be friends. It does NOT take away from who you are. God created many personalities and many traits for a purpose. He loves you. And your haters. That is how the world works. FREE WILL folks. So rather than waste your time being hurt by temporary people, focus on the one who has created your eternity.

It is difficult to go through the storms of life, when you focus on the friends, or the job, or the things you. wish you had. But, what if, you focused on the countless blessings you have already been given? The opportunity that maybe you can't see because your vision is blurred by insecurity and doubt. 

I have believe that God put me on this earth to change the world for the better. I have been called simple minded, confused, unrealistic...so many things. And if I gave up hope, gave in and declared everyone correct, that I in fact, will never make a change, then where will I be? I don't want to waste the gifts given to me because the world says I can't. I believe I can. The discernment there is, I never said I would be famous-I said I will change the world. Now that being said, if I have changed the life of one person, I win. I believe that if we save on person from suicide, abuse, neglect, depression, defeat....we have changed this world for the better. The ripples you send might start as one tiny drop in a vast ocean of people who believe change will never happen. But if those ripples reach one, it's a start.

So, as I sit here tonight writing this, I hope you are inspired. I hope you dig up a dream and dust it off. I pray that you reach for the hand of a mighty God to lift you up, and let Him lead you to your purpose.  And I believe that if enough of the dreamers and doers come together, we can start a revolution of positive change that brings hope to many.

You are never alone. You have value. You matter.

God bless!

 Enough

I reflect inwardly tonight, as I type these words. I realize I have said some things more than once...."I have had enough", "I am done", "I can't do this anymore", to name a few. Add "I am tired" and "I am worn out" to the list. And as I read these, I realize that by saying those phrases, I have automatically defeated myself before I began. Part of the journey has been finding strength where I thought there was no more. Finding peace amidst the chaos. Finding joy when emerging from the pain. Let me tell you, this is much easier said than done. I pondered the last year, and came to the conclusion that the world has taken enough of me, and it's time to dig deeper than I ever have. It is time to rise and be the warrior God created me to be, not the failure the world is anticipating. I armed myself with God's word, prepared my heart with sincere prayer and repentance, and rose. And it's funny, when His peace and grace aren't hiding behind clouds of doubt, what a person is actually capable of.

We can go to church, raise our hands in praise, and put on a good show, but God is not fooled. He knows us, inside and out, and He isn't afraid to hurt our feelings to put us back on the path we are meant to travel. And this path, this journey that was created just for us, holds no promise of easy. It is hard, and painful, and it takes daily work. And it is training for the days when Satan is in your face, taunting you with fear, and trying to turn you away from the one who holds you close. Lean in, and reach for HIM. Cry if you must, and then LISTEN....when you feel you are alone, close your eyes, and call His name-He is always listening, and waiting eagerly to hear from YOU. 

You are loved. You are worthy. Your life matters.

#trustyourjourney

Dear God, it's Kris...

 Dear God,

I think I am failing. I keep falling, and each time, it is harder to rise. My strength is fading, and I don't know if I can keep going on the path you have chosen. What do I do? I trust you have a plan, and I believe that with you all is possible. And yet the human side of me is sometimes afraid, and doubting that I can change this world. I grow short tempered, and impatient. I say and do the wrong things. I shed tears, and at times feel completely alone. I know you believe in me, but maybe you chose the wrong person. Maybe this mission is meant for someone better, and stronger. Someone who is further in their faith and obedience. Maybe I'm just not good enough.

Any advice?

Thanks for listening. I love you.

Kris

Dear Kris,

I have made you. I know you. I chose you. Your purpose is great, and you must have faith. PRAY. BREATHE. BELIEVE. I know that there are trials. I know what lies ahead. The price has already been paid. I gave my son to the world so that sins could be forgiven. Have you forgotten? You can do ALL THINGS through Christ. Your strength lies with Him. Ask and it shall be yours. Seek me, and you will find your answers. Keep the faith, my child, and remember, you are not alone. I am always with you.

Don't quit, pray hard, and know that you are loved.

God

This is one of the conversations, that I have had more than once. I admit, I don't always get things right. I am far from perfect. But by the grace of God, when I wake up tomorrow, a new day, with a chance to get it right, will be waiting. And my strength shall be renewed. My hope lies in Him. And even when I make mistakes, when the world gets the best of me, and the darkness creeps in, He sits with me, until the light shines through. I cannot tell you what it means, to know who is holding my hand as I face each new challenge. I cannot express how grateful I am for each person He gives me along the way, and for the lessons learned. All I can tell you is that hope lives in my heart, even in my darkest hour. 

#trustyourjourney #godisinmystory #changetheworld