I have been convicted lately about my lack of blogging. I think I get so caught up in the tyranny of the urgent that I can fritter away my time aimlessly surfing the web or perusing Facebook. We can get so lost in our modes of escapism. It really does close us off from family, friends but most importantly it closes out our Lord. He needs to be first in my life but often I confess that he receives sloppy seconds (more like thirds of fourths).
I am listening to an audio book by Jennifer Smith called the Unveiled Wife. Jennifer opens up her life and her heart for all the world to see and learn from the journey God took she and her husband on over the past few years. I think it is so important in the family of God to openly share our struggles so others can learn from our experiences. Even while we are going through tough journeys, the support available from our brothers and sisters in Christ is invaluable. I openly shared my struggles with my church family when my husband and I were separating. They were there to pray and support us during that difficult time. I don't know how people without a faith family go through difficult times.
Another thing Jennifer talked about in her book was the meaning of intimacy in terms of our relationship with God. We often think of intimacy in the terms of a sexual relationship but
one definition of intimacy is "A close family-like connection". I can remember having that kind of intimacy with the Lord during that difficult time. I miss it and reading that today reminded me that. I drew close to Him and He met me where I was at. I heard His words speak to my heart and I treasure those times.
Do we have to go through journeys in the valley to experience that kind of intimacy? I truly don't think we do. Perhaps listening to that audio book today was no accident?
In His Steps
Kim
