Yesterday at chapel I shared part of the story of how God is working in my life, the story of some of the struggles I faced in coming to CIU and transitioning to schooling - chronic pain, feelings of being overwhelmed, and contemplating suicide were some of the sordid details, but God's grace in bringing healing, using the body of Christ, and continuing to grow my gifts and talents are the beautiful outcome.
I was a little scared of sharing - not due to the content, but because I was afraid people would think I was over-sharing, that they would not care, or that it would point more towards me then to God. When I expressed some of these fears to a friend, she told me to do it because fear is a common element the devil uses to prevent us from doing what God has called us to do.
I believe God blessed the time of sharing. First, I think sharing openly and honestly one's story tears down walls between people in reminding us that we are all human. Second, I think there is power in our testimonies to allow people to see how God is constantly at work in our lives (and Rev. 12:11). Third, I believe that to overcome fear you must walk in the direction of it - for some reason I believe God wanted me to share this story and he has grown my confidence in him through sharing it.
May we all continue to have courage in overcoming our fears and honestly and humbly sharing how God is at work in our lives.
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