Inspired Words

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3/29/2022

Hebrews 11:6 "And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him." 

I got to spend the evening with a dear friend who enjoys deep dives into scripture and spiritual things. We used to have these kinds of discussions pre-Covid. The conversations are often raw and honest, and I am always exhausted, encouraged, challenged, and joyous afterward. This evening, she came with an exercise she had done regarding the Fruit of the Spirit. She looked up verses to support each spiritual attribute and summarized those into one line each. I told her I was going to use one that she took from Psalms 26:3 "For your steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in your faithfulness." (ESV) My friend synthesized that verse into, "Faithfulness is a space to exist in." Yes and Amen!!! Truly inspired. Those seven words will now become my mantra, for my desire is to exist fully in faith of my Savior. I know this will require me to die to self all day, every day. A wonderful goal, I believe, although a daunting one for certain. The reward for existing in faith is drawing closer to my Jesus. 

I'll say it one again to let the power of the words wash over you as it does me. "Faithfulness is a space to exist in."