I posted a photo on social media a little over three years ago. As I recently scrolled through Timehop, I marveled at how long ago that day felt yet I felt it as if it was just a few weeks ago.
Such glimpses into the toughest season of my life rarely spur the intense pain I was feeling at the time. There are twinges of pain, along with sadness and continued progression through grief, but there is something much more important.
A reminder of faith.
God was faithful. He poured into and strengthened me in ways that I know I’m not fully aware And I chose him. I chose his truth and his pruning. I leaned into him to trust his healing. I knew him well, but he taught me with an intensity. And I savored walking with him.
I still do.
I do not remember in order to get stuck. I remember in order to continue moving forward. I remember in order to continue to seek and honor him. I remember in order to constantly appreciate him with gratitude.
You might be in the downpour or the sunshine or the darkening, swirling skies.
Lean in and walk with God.
Pure Purpose 