I am sitting here, late at night, writing to you guys because I feel something has been laid on my heart. As I sat in bed, reading the book "Enough" recently published by Grace Valentine, I could not help but feel convicted. So, I am going to be completely honest with you all because I haven't been for a long time. I mess up, and truth be told, I listen to the lies of the enemy more times than I would like to admit. One reason for not being active on my blog anymore is because I don't feel qualified. And though I have heard time and time again, "God doesn't call the qualified. He qualifies the called." I STILL listen to the thought planted by the devil. I didn't feel right getting on this page acting as though I have everything together and figured out, when in fact, it is the complete opposite. I have the same questions you guys have. I'm struggling with the same problems you guys are. And I don't know how I am supposed to make others feel content with their situations when I don't feel content with mine.
Grace Valentine writes about a girl who has made mistakes. On the opposite side of those mistakes are judgmental peers. And I feel convicted because I haven't been the girl I want to be, or maybe even sometimes portray myself to be. I've made mistakes, yes, but I have also been judge-mental. A place reserved only for Christ. I have overheard people talking in the hallways, and there is judgement everywhere. If there is any guarantee in life, it's that there is always someone watching, waiting for you to make a mistake. But you see, there is a difference in holding someone accountable, and passing judgement I have learned. When you you belittle, blame, and call other Christians bad names... you no longer have the best interest of your fellow brother or sister in heart. Calling someone you hardly even interact with a "hypocrite" for her mistakes is not called accountability, its called judgement. And its a sin. And we have all been on both sides of sin, so I challenge you to approach your peers with respect and love. Be a safe haven. I don't wanna go into the New Year with the same faults and habits. I want to be a body of Christ. The hands and feet of Him. Vy doing so, I will no longer allow the devil to have a foothold over me. I will no longer let the demons diminish my thoughts. I have learned we must know WHOSE we are. Help me by taking this step with me. 2019 will be my strongest year yet because I have some changes I intend to make. I am working on myself, for myself. Feel free to message me, dm me, call me, text me, snap me, etc. I am always here to listen. Judgement free zone. Love you all, always...ALI
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lacey
1/15/2019 05:31:31 am
love this!!!!💓
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Lisa
1/15/2019 11:22:30 pm
Stumbled across this ...right when I needed it the most . Thank you for sharing .
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Ali
1/20/2019 08:12:03 pm
Awe, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. ❤️
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Linda Hyche
1/18/2019 06:04:29 am
That’s really good, Ali. Teens need to be supportive & encouraging to one another in their walk with Christ, not discouraging.
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Ali
1/20/2019 08:11:31 pm
Thank you, Mrs. Linda. Love you!
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