The used Father

It takes me a while to dial down, especially when I’m working a lot. Lately, I’ve been working a lot. This morning during my quiet time I realized that I was using this time to gain peace instead of worshiping Father. Just a slight change in perspective but makes a world of difference in the result. The focus was me and not Him. If I come to Father for what I can gain from the experience instead of giving Him my heart for His pleasure, I miss the point. I wonder if Father ever feels used. I need to completely attend to Him without thought for myself – unconsciously giving Him my heart. Peace.

Embarrassed by my scars

Last night a girl in group said that she is embarrassed by her scars. She self-injures and wears only long sleeve shirts to cover up her marks from cutting. I appreciate her honesty and later thought how we all cover our scars. Often not recognizing what we are doing but just a “natural” outworking of the way we protect ourselves. If only we could be as honest with ourselves and others. But alas, embarrassment – fear of rejection – is why we hide.

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love. I John 4:18

Our punishment is the torment that our shame puts us through. However, true intimacy (giving our heart to Jesus and to others) removes this and gives us “confidence in the day of judgment” v. 17 – the time we face our scars. Peace.

A New Thing

This is a new adventure for me. A place to record my thoughts for any of interest to critique. Maybe, we can exchange dialog which will enrich us both.

My calling is as a Lisenced Professional Counselor. My purpose is to help people succeed. I am a believer in Jesus. He is my wisdom. . . my understanding. . . my know-how. . . my ability. Without Him I have nothing of true value.

I envite you to journey with me as I grow in understanding of life and purpose. Share with me your thoughts and experiences and we will both be the better for it. Thank you. Peace.