All of these lines across my face,
Tell you the story of who I am;
So many stories of where I’ve been,
And how I got to where I am.
But these stories don’t mean anything
When you’ve got no one to tell them to.
It’s true – I was made for you.
THE STORY
This morning I attended a class led by Marilyn Elliott. She opened the class with a recording of the song above. She shared deeply the experiences of her life over the last year. I was amazed at the depth and meaning of her words. The presence of God was pervasive. Here are some insights from her experience that were shared:
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God is the redeemer of everything.
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Formation happens continually.
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God’s redemption is a long haul.
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People we share our mess with will become our treasure.
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You will not find friends in the Christian community if you just have a smile on your face.
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It is not important that you feel God is there if you are sure that he is.
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Do not push against the pace of grace.
I consider this morning’s experience as a highlight of my journey.