I am writing my blog this week with a pot of coffee. Life doesn’t come with an easy button, does it? I may drink the whole pot of coffee myself. Haha!
We have had a blessed but full week here at the Oasis. Oasis is the name given to our home when we first moved in two summers ago. We have been at the Oasis fulltime since March because of Covid-19. I have enjoyed our home these last five months more than any home in my lifetime. We have spent time together as a family enjoying our home, eating dinner around the table, and talking for hours. In the yard, I have seen dragonflies, woodpeckers, an eagle, frogs, squirrels, butterflies and so much more. I have taken the time to enjoy a cup of coffee while sitting on the porch. The Oasis became the open house that I always dreamed of when we raised our kids. We have sweet tea in the fridge and ice cream in the freezer. The swimming pool has been full of love and laughter this summer. We kept ourselves and our loved ones safe and healthy, and for that I am thankful.
I asked my daughter and her friend what I should write about this week. It was interesting the conversation that followed.
My daughter and her friend said I should write about authenticity, being true to one’s self. Personally, I see myself as an open book. Ask me a question and I will give you an answer. I feel as though I have walked a mile in my shoes and yours. I am fortunate that life has happened beside me and not to me. At least that is the way I look at it. My life and all its journey only helped me build a better relationship with the Lord. It doesn’t come without hiccups, as we were never promised that. But life is full of grace that is new every morning. The scripture says so.
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases: his mercies never come to an end: they are new every morning, great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23
My husband is authentic, my children are authentic; I am well pleased. We talk and we talk some more. We openly communicate daily. We are blessed to have so much time together in their inquisitive years. This scripture meant a lot to me this week.
“Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me.” Psalm 103:2
We made the decision over 10 years ago to move to Alabama and live intentionally -on purpose for the Lord, we haven’t looked back. He will make a way for you. You just have to get your will out of His way. I encourage you to live your best authentic life, all the while giving God the glory.
Wendy Griffin
Lean into Jesus Ministries
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