~ 2 Corinthians 7:10-11
Paul is notorious for rebuking the early churches in his letters. They weren't solely a letters of encouragement, but they were letters to address the matters of distorting the Word of God. As I read today's passage, I found that the phrase "leaves no regret" blaring within the various verses I read thus far. Godly sorrow breaks down, but also results in building up. So true so true. When I first went through my trials, I honestly didn't see that the breakup was Godly (or intended to be closer to God). I thought it was a ploy to get rid of me, or to give me an excuse to get out of the relationship. But after a bit of time spent with God, its becoming more evident that God brought those sorrows to correct my sinful behavior. I'm beginning to see the bigger picture now. I still haven't really let go of the regrets. At times I'm regretful that it got to this point, yet other times I feel like God is taking care of me and there are no residue of regrets. I'm slowly surrendering more of myself to God and his plans. Honestly.. It's a difficult and scary feeling to not be in control, but with his guidance and dependence there is light at the end of the tunnel. I can feel it in my bones.
The second word that stuck out in these selection of verses is "what longing". The more I confessed my ways, the greater the Holy Spirit pressed on my heart to long for God. It was automatic... Like a pet (I know bad example), I was eager to please my master after doing something horrific like... pissing on the carpet and then getting hohnae... Strange, but I do long more and more to be closer with Him.
Jesus thank you for changing my mourning into joy. Though I'm not dancing now, I know one day, I can freely dance and be joyful for all the things I've been through. I do find joy in seeking you and you do give me peace. Continue to allow me to be sustained in you and depend on your very presence.
In Jesus name
Amen
And I close with some oldschool MV!
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