I guess it’s safe to say that all writers love letters, words, books, creating outlines, and all the etcetera’s in-between! I find safety in these things – things I can read and form. Put a tray of letter tiles in front of me and suddenly I am forming words, names, places. When I was young I would think of a word in my mind and unscramble it and see how many other words I could make (i.e. party = part, trap, tarp, ray, pray, pay, arty, tar, rat, art, ray, yap)! Do other normal people do that? Or, am I the only….wait, don’t answer that!
Yesterday I guest posted on a blog. It was the bravest writing I’ve put to words in a very long time, because, you see, my inner heart was exposed and it is not a place I share with many. I don’t know what Holly’s viewer stats are but I venture to say more than several people read it. God and His faithfulness got a lot of attention yesterday and dang it, I should have been better armed when the enemy of my soul came to strike me down. And, he came with a vengeance yesterday afternoon. I was so unprepared that it laid me flat. As I stared at the ceiling this morning from about 1 a.m. to 3 a.m. I kept thinking, I have nothing to offer anyone in the way of words in Wednesday’s blog. The Lord’s tender voice kept taking me back to a-b-c’s.
If you’ve ever had a conversation with the Lord of the Universe in the wee hours of morning you know how non-cerebral it can be.
God, I’m depleted and devastated.
I know, but I knew about this and have your back.
But, I’m in shock and silenced.
You have Me and I’ll be your voice.
I have nothing to say, the well is dry.
I am The Well and I will fill you up. A-B-C’s
Huh?
All I could think of is the little chalkboard I have in our kitchen behind a ceramic bird and a mason jar of cut zinnias, I wrote (a few days ago) A-ugust to Z-innias. That’s what is left of summer, isn’t it? So, back to my dilemma of what to write, and here it is – rather elementary but it’s all I’ve got.
A is for August. It’s the last full month of summer. It is NOW – and that is what each of us has, NOW. Let’s redeem the time and enjoy this last blast of summer.
B is for the Book of books, The BIBLE. It has the answer to every single question and perplexity. If you’re hurting read the Psalms. If you want a dose of wisdom read Proverbs. If you want to know what Jesus would do, read the red words in the New Testament. If you need to understand how to walk this redeemed life, read James. If you want to know how the story ends, read the Revelation. I promise you – this Book has it all. Read it!
C is for Christ. Son of God. Born of a virgin. Lived a pure but not an easy life. Died a horrid death on a Roman cross. Was buried in a borrowed tomb. Arose from the dead. Ascended into heaven. Coming again. The Lord Jesus Christ. My Savior. My Redeemer. My Hope. My soon-coming King.
Friends of Hope|Heart|Home, that’s all I’ve got this gray, foggy August morning. It’s enough because, you know why? He is Enough. He is my Enough, today, and every day.
Let’s redeem the time, shall we?
xo
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oh my, how the enemy does love to disarm us. I read that post yesterday, and I can only say that there must be someone or someones out there who really need that post–someone(s) whose life(lives) will be touched, changed by your words. Why else would the enemy be so intent on hitting your weak spots and attempting to cause you to doubt? Well, I stand in agreement with you right now that he has no place in your life, in your blog or in the lives of your family—You belong to Jesus and nothing can take that away—the call on your life to write will go forth like a beacon. Don’t give in and don’t give up!
Mary, and yes, I’m crying as I type these simple two words, thank you.
Gosh: I wish I had so much of your wisdom, knack for knowing just what to say. In these busy times we forget that God is in control and even though we do know it, we still try to manage it on our own…..My head, stomach and heart seem to go in a different direction. Can relate to that time in the late night when we pray for God to take the control. Gonna go read some Proverbs. “Calm me down Lord.”
Merry, I find keeping my mouth shut and my heart open is key to “maintaining”. Love you.
Thank you so much for sharing your vulnerability and your self-doubt. It is so easy to think that all the other women have it all together all the time. Oh, how sneaky is the enemy. Then along comes the almighty Lord who whispers to us in the night. What heartfelt times those are!
As to your post? Not elementary at all. It’s pretty advanced stuff and it’s grounded in absolute faith.
Thanks for sharing your heart.
Elisabeth, you heard me! xo
Susan, I’ve had those conversations with God in the wee hours of the morning. Sometimes it’s the best time, when I can’t sleep. I read your post at Holly’s and it is so good. Thank you for sharing your journey. Our God is so good to give grace when we need it. May God continue to bless you and give you words to write! I’ve always loved words, too. Scrabble is one of my favorite games!
When can we play, Gayl? Love a good game of Scrabble! Thanks so much for visiting.
We’ll have to find a time, sometime won’t we? 🙂 We’re actually traveling sort of near you this week. We plan to spend a couple of nights in Gatlinburg before going to visit my daughter in the Chicago area. Maybe some day we can have that scrabble game. 🙂
Actually, I think we only live about 3 hrs. apart because we are in upstate SC.
Are you going to ALLUME?
I would love to go to Allume. I haven’t bought a ticket yet, because I’m not sure I can afford it. I could drive back and forth because I’m only about 40 minutes away, but it would be nicer to stay there. I need to pray more about it. I’ve had so many other things this summer that I kind of forgot about it. There are so many people going that I would love to meet in person! 🙂 I’ll probably know by early next month whether I can go or not.
Gayl – I took a huge leap of faith and bought my ticket and booked a room. I already have a roommate or I’d be willing…
YAY! I’m SO glad I had time to get on your blog this morning! Your words slowed me down and I NEEDED THAT! Sometimes I believe the lie that the more I do, the more value I have. So not true with God. I needed this today!
HE will always be our Enough! xo Slow down, girl, and enjoy NOW. xo
Love this friend! God does indeed fill the well when the well is dry but so often I forget that. As I was reading your post, I thought you were going to go through every letter in the alphabet! 🙂
No ma’am, HE only said ABC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am an obedient child. LOL xo
Every time you write it speaks to me……….and I know it speaks to all who read. Keep on keeping on, my friend. You have a gift…it is from God.
Kathy
Awwwwwwww, you are a cheerleader of the faith. xo
Refreshing to the spirit when in doubt. Thank you and thank you Jesus!
Let it rain, Lord. Give us YOUR refreshment! xo
Susan, I read your story on Holly’s blog and yes, surely God was glorified in your testimony and surely the enemy wants to thwart all the grace and hope God’s children are clinging to because of it. And it’s by that same grace that God gives us what we need when we’re depleted. Surely He is pleased with your faithfulness to offer what you have, even if it’s just the ABCs. Much love.
Surely…Thank you Becky!
Hello Susan, it is so good stopping over to read this.
Back to the basics!
PS I am heading over to read on Holly’s blog.
Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving your beautiful words there too.
God Bless
Ifeoma, I’m so glad you found your way to my corner of the interweb!!! Your comment went into my spam but I found you and I’m so glad I did.
It’s always good to be here with you and your words. Thanks for sharing this post at #ThreeWordWednesday.
Always. Thanks Kristin!
I loved this post 🙂 Thanks for linking at Women With Intention Wednesdays! I look forward to what you’ll share tomorrow.
Susan, loved your openness on Holly’s site, and your post here shows how filled and yielded you are to the Holy Spirit…as His River of Living Water flows through you all doubt, worry, and fear flows away and you rejoice in His Presence ❤️