February 11, 2013

I AM broken, but on the mend

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Do you ever feel like what you want to share is already being written by another?  Have you noticed others are writing about topics you've already written about?  We are unique, our experiences are our own, so why does this happen?

We are made in His image!

It doesn't matter who we are, what our heritage, we are ALL made in His image.  From our blood cells to our skin and hair color, from our heart and emotions to our spirit and soul, He created and breathed life into each one of us.  His hands molded the clay.  He is the potter, the creator.  He is the Alpha and Omega.  Pretty awesome when you think about it like that.

Those are my thoughts after logging on to Blogger and seeing the many drafts I've started and stopped due to the abundance of information already being shared by you all.  So what am I going to do about it?

To be completely honest I just don't know right now.  January was a very difficult month for me.  This whole year of Transformation is still a question mark glaring in my face.  The year began with so much hope, but has drastically turned into questioning my confidence.  Of course having the flu, trying to discipline a rebellious tween, and dealing with sisters who want to become saviors in the 24th hour can dampen anyone's enthusiasm.

Yes, I'm broken right now, today, in this moment, but God is mending and blessing me as He always has.  I'm taking some time from sharing here to spend more time over at NOBH, to visit all of you and comment on your brilliant posts, and to see what God has in store for me.

Am I worried that you will stop following me here?  Not really.  God knows my heart.  I cannot do the transforming, only He can do that.  Oh, I do have some reviews I've promised and am really late in sharing, sorry.  But other than that, you'll be hearing from me at your blog.  See ya there!

  

 

14 comments:

  1. I think your subjects are so timely and awesome. You are a very talented writer. I marvel at your wisdom. I really think you should just write whatever comes to mind because you will all have a new take on the subject.
    Blessings!

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    1. Thank you LeAnn. I'm afraid my thoughts are so jumbled at this time, and it's currently difficult to share from my heart. Emotionally I'm bruised and need time to heal. God is mending, I just need to be patient. Thank you, as always, for your loving words. I really appreciate you.

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  2. Dear Lynda,
    I especially like the portion of your blog related to: "It doesn't matter who we are, what our heritage, we are ALL made in His image."

    Although you don't sound like you realize it,the way you worded this blog post is very eloquent. It makes me empathize and understand your plight, from a whole new perspective. You make connections to God in a very unique way.

    So, what does it matter if you, and I, and other bloggers have written on the same topic? We all say things in a different way, with a different perspective. What we are trying to do, is not to necessarily have a totally unique topic, but to touch the heart of the reader, by helping the reader feel how God has touched their lives.

    Yours in Christ,
    Debra Seiling
    http://bible-passages.blogspot.com
    http://christian-overeaters.blogspot.com

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    1. God bless you, Debra. Thank you for your kind words which were especially a balm to my soul in this trying time. I have very unique thoughts and conversations with the Lord I would love to be able to share. They are a little too personal right now though.

      You are right about sharing different perspectives, and that will draw me back to blogging. Right now I'm praying for God's grace and healing touch. Being kind and forgiving has been a hindrance and a blessing in my life. The Lord and I are chipping away at the anger and bitterness trying to take root. Maybe my perspective on that will create some amazing posts to come.

      God bless you!

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  3. Dear Lynda,
    I hope you don't mind. I had just read your post and right after that, I read the post on the Internet Cafe Devotions called Broken Hearts. This post really touched my heart and although I don't really know you, I really feel it will yours, as well.

    Take care,
    Debbie Seiling

    I tried to save the link, so here goes: http://internetcafedevotions.com/2013/02/broken-hearts/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+InternetCafeDevotions+%28Internet+Cafe+Devotions%29

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    1. Great post. Thank you for sharing the link.

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  4. I say finish your posts. They come from your heart, and are therefore different, even if someone else has posted about it already!

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    1. Thank you for the encouragement, Sam. You are such a blessing.

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  5. Love you new background:) Hang in there you have so much going on in your life. I would love to read your posts as you have such an eloquent style of writing. It is never old to read good messages some times we have to hear them over and over before they truly sink in.:)

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    1. Thank you, Anna-Marie! I'm enjoying getting caught up on all your adventures. I appreciate your encouraging words.

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  6. Thank you for this beautiful post! I wrote a post like this on my blog

    http://diaryofasparrow.blogspot.com/2012/09/its-brokenall-is-lost.html

    Love this thought..
    "God knows my heart. I cannot do the transforming, only He can do that."
    I am feeling that now.

    Bless you:)

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  7. May you be sweetly blessed dear.

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    1. Thank you, and God bless you, Denise! Thank you for stopping by.

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  8. January and February haven't been easy for me either. I got a cold in the beginning of January which affected my asthma. Then I got better and immediately went into the respiratory flu, which of course affected my asthma even more.

    My hubby and my mom got the flu as well. My mom also had to go into the hospital for pneumonia. She got out of the hospital and had to go back in due to her diverticulitis.

    Then I was getting better from the flu and hurt my back. Lots of pain, really bad. So was put on bed rest just as my mom was getting out of the hospital. Hubby had to go get her since I couldn't.

    So all of February I have been going to physical therapy and trying to take care of my mom (when my family is all gone during the day and can't) and trying to be careful with myself. Pain is draining.

    Then having to listen to a friend tell me about an issue with her daughter and another friend's daughter and the "rebellion" that they are dealing with, so I was feeling bad for them and concerned because I love their girls, and praying and listening and giving my opinion when asked.

    So although mine is mostly outward stuff, and frustration with the daily constant pain, it still can drag you down inwardly because you're tired of it and want to feel "normal" again.

    It's just good to trust the Lord, rest in Him and let Him do the mending, as you said. Sometimes we forget that God's plan for us includes our brokenness.

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Thank you for taking the time to comment. I love reading them, and your kind and encouraging words are very appreciated. I would love to reply, but it gets overwhelming, so please forgive me if I don't get back to you. Have a blessed day!!

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