This week's topic is...the biggest lesson you have learned so far this year. As I try to do with most posts, I asked God to give me the words, to tell me what I have been learning. Almost immediately, after praying for ideas about what to write, these two words came to me, "It's okay."
It's Okay. Relax. It's not the end of the world. These phrases are among my pet peeves. Especially when they come from my husband. I will admit, that it's my perception of these phrases and the meaning behind them, and not my husband's intentions, that annoy me. When I hear those phrases, I can't help but think...No, it's not. I can't. Yes, it is.
So, when God gave me these words, I was less than thrilled. I thought, that's my big lesson - it's okay.
Here in blog land, there is a link up associated with being okay. I have read many of the posts from fellow bloggers, but have only linked up once. Why? Because, being okay is not really something I'm good at. And, I'm a big believer in being honest, in real life and in blog life. What you see here, this is me. So, it almost felt hypocritical to write a post about being okay, when I wasn't feeling it 100%.
One of my favorite singers is Francesca Battistelli. I have written about her songs before and how much they have impacted me. The words are simple, but genuine, and really speak to me. As I thought on this topic, one of her songs came to my mind. The title is, This is the Stuff. I have been singing it (to myself) for a week.
This is the stuff that drives me crazy
This is the stuff that's getting to me lately
In the middle of my little mess
I forget how big I'm blessed
This is the stuff that gets under my skin
But I gotta trust You know exactly what You're doing
It might not be what I would choose
But this is the stuff You use
So break me of impatience
Conquer my frustrations
I've got a new appreciation
It's not the end of the world
I may not like it, but it's okay.
It may not be what I have planned, but it's okay.
God uses it all.
That's my lesson...and I'm still learning.
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12 comments:
I'm such an inpatient person, so I totally understand!! I'll pray for you. Life can be so difficult to get through, but God is so good!!
"It may not be what I planned, but that's ok" Absolutely. I try to remind myself that every day!
I don't like being just ok either. Thanks for the reminder that God is more than fine with us being just ok, as long as we're following Him.
As always, very inspirational! I have never heard that song, the lyrics are great and just what I need on most days. Thank you for sharing it! I always feel better after reading your words! : )
Such needed words to hear! I am much like you and need to be reminded that it is OK, and that the Lord will indeed use whatever the "it" is. Thanks for linking up!
LOVE that song!!!
my husband and i are such opposites and he always says those things to me to: we'll figure it out, it will all be fine. and sometimes i get annoyed - but he is right. we always do figure it out, god always works through it, but it is hard lesson for me too!
This is something I need to remind myself of, too! I tend to get really defensive whenever J tells me that everything's "gonna be okay". How does he know? It's something I always feel conflicted about.
P.S. I absolutely adore this song (and you)!
Thanks for linking up with Coffee and Conversation! We appreciate your support and love in this community :) I adore your heart, Sybil!
I definitely agree! The waiting to see if it's really "ok" can be such a tough time! Great reminder to oneself!
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Such a great song! Love it!! and so very true.
Remembering the blessings and all the wonderful things God does in our lives is so very important!
Bless you today! <3
Such a great reminder! Thanks for sharing!
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