hello. goodmorning. how’ve you been?

So it’s plain to see that I am not yet one of those who writes when she’s depressed. It has been a long winter, and with it has come a slump in life, faith, and discipline. The distance of friends and family has been deeply felt, the question of God hanging heavily on my heart.

But, oh, how joyous to be lifted up and full of life once again. My heart sings at the riches and blessings which are from God alone. I rejoice, for God is a God who invites us to question, invites us to search, for in Him we will find Truth.

“Truly God is good to Isreal, to those who are pure in heart. But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled, my steps had nearly slipped. For I was envious of the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked… Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will recieve me to glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” (Psalm 75:1-3, 23-26)

I am thankful for a new Bible study that provides intense accountability, a husband who shows me the grace and mercy of God, friends who remind me of God’s goodness, and a life that i have done nothing to warrant deserving it.

Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Prase him, all creatures here below! Praise him above, you heavenly hosts! Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! Amen!

-Jane