For You, I Have So Much More
“‘I will be found by you, declares the Lord, and I will restore your fortunes and gather you from all the nations and all the places where I have driven you, declares the Lord, and I will bring you back to the place from which I sent you into exile” (Jeremiah 29:14).
I know the word story carries with it so many emotions, so much heaviness, but relief, too. I know in your head you want words and memories to make sense. You want things to line up, and it is tough to not have answers, to not be able to explain the reason behind this happening, the cause of this event.
What if you knew more than you did? What if you could give an answer to the whys of your heart? What if you didn’t have to struggle with weakness, with inadequacy, on your own? Can you imagine where that would lead you?
Do you trust how I protect your heart?
I protect you, and I push you on, too. I lead you, but it is your choice whether or not to follow. I give you vision, just enough, to see where I am and know where I go, with you. One foot in front of the other. Why do you need to know more? Do you? Do you need to know more to believe Me more? Do you need to see more to know I am here, whispering to you, loving you, guiding you?
My daughter, you are not alone.
My daughter, you have what it takes, my creation, my dear one, to follow Me.
My daughter, you are the only one of you I’ve made. There is just one. Only one, my dear. You are my crafted jewel, my sparkling flower, my glistening water as it falls from heaven.
You delight Me, child.
Please don’t look away, believe this is too good to be true. You feel that way to Me, you know . . . too good to be true. You are radiant and captivating and you need only stand with Me, watching where I beckon you, knowing I am the sure place for your legs to stand.
So, rest now. And then rise up. When you believe, a little more, choosing these words, my love for you, as true, you are on your way to a deeper place I have for you.
I have so much more for you, child.
|| More Resources For You ||
Is there something you feel burdened to do, something you long to do, but you aren’t sure if you should? In Pastor Aubrey Sampson’s experience, many people are waiting for permission to do things God has already called them to do—whether that’s to lament, to step into their own, to shed shame or to lead boldly. That’s why she writes and preaches in a way that lets people know they don’t need to wait anymore. “Somewhere, you’re waiting for permission for something,” she says. “Consider this your notice: You’re allowed to take up space.” Read about her thoughts on her new leadership book on permission culture and how she uses typing as a form of prayer.
With the chaotic pace of the world around us, it’s normal to feel unseen, unheard, unnecessary, even unimportant. But just because those feelings are normal doesn’t make them true. Holy Spirit says to us today: “The world minimizes a day of rest as foolish. The world makes you feel like everything is up to you to accomplish so you better go, go, go. The world makes you feel small, unimportant, unseen. But I see you. I see you. And I have already given everything to be with you. So do not minimize your life. Do not minimize the power of time spent with Me.” → From FLAG No. 12, “Your Heavenly Father Sees You”
Certain spiritual disciplines have endured among God’s people over thousands of years—disciplines we still practice today, like prayer and fasting. While these things can’t earn God’s love, when we do them with sincere hearts, God will meet with us, and He will change our hearts to be more like Him. If you’re considering entering a season of dedicated focus on God, I recommend this 21-day prayer and fasting guide. It was written for a local church, but anyone can use it to draw closer to Jesus. I pray it’s effective for you as you press in closer to your Shepherd King.
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