Monday, February 11, 2013

Listen

I have done a lot of this lately. Listening. I have listened to my family, friends, counselor, head, and heart. I have listened to everyone, but myself. Sometimes you turn off the voice inside your head that knows you best. Sometimes its easier to turn outward than reflect inside and listen to what you need. I have also not listened to Him. So, basically, I have turned off the two voices that know me the best. Well, after many long runs early in the morning and thoughtful self-reflection I have found my voice. It is not always loud, sometimes I have to sit quietly and be still to hear it, but its there--buried beneath work and obligation hides my voice.

Today is a new beginning. It marks the end of the era where I sit idly by and wait for the world to turn around me. No longer will I cast aside my needs for someone else. I will not be led by obligation, but by love. I will sing a new song, begin a new chapter, heck I may even start writing the new book of my life.

I have been criticized a little by people for suddenly becoming Godly or for sharing my faith via facebook, twitter, and even here on this blog. So, if you do not like what I have to say, don't listen, or read. If you do not want to hear my message, don't follow me. If you have cruel words, do not comment. I do not judge you, so don't judge me. This is my blog, my thoughts, my life--no one asked those of you who chose to be negative to weigh in.

Yes, I am beginning a new journey. The road is sure to be bumpy, but support me, don't judge me. Raise me up, don't use harsh words. I promise the blog will not be all God and no fun, but I am choosing to let Him back into my life so that I can live a more fulfilled life. Like it or leave it!

Meanwhile, since this is the week of Beyonce, I leave you all with my mantra for the week:

7 comments:

  1. Personally, I commend you for bring Christ and God onto your blog. He is so good and important!

    It's hard to not listen to others, because people like to talk a lot. And, it's hard to wait in the quiet and the stillness for God's words and comfort. So, so hard, but those moments are so wonderful when you finally get them.

    I'm glad you are listening to you first, you are the most important person in YOUR life.

    LOVE! xoxo

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  2. I've been following your blog for a while, but haven't commented much - stalker status. As a reader, I have enjoyed your recent transition...whether it's been 'recent' in real life, on just on this blog, doesn't matter. What matters is that I can see that you are HUMAN (because often times, I think of attorneys as non-human..haha). I'm going to continue to read, whether you preach or complain because there is always room for introspection, and I often find myself looking into my own heart after reading what you've shared on your blog. Thank you for that!

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  3. This is amazing. I'm going through something similar and am also being criticized for it. I wrote a post called "Modern Day Persecution" about a month ago about this same thing! I promise you that God will bless you for letting him back in, I see it in my life already! Good luck, and pay attention to where He's guiding you!

    xo Christina

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  4. I'm SO proud of you for being honest and truthful about the journey you are on. And if part of that journey involves sharing your faith, then I am ALL for it! I personally feel that faith is an integral part of living a happy life, so I support you 100% in inviting God back into your life. I know how it feels to be criticized for what you share, and don't understand why some people feel the need to tear others down. But, don't let that get to you - you are in a better place:)

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  5. That's awesome! Not only for yourself, but for others to hear.

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  6. I love you and your blog, now and in the future.

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  7. Go with God honey! If there is someone out there in this day and time that doesn't believe you can have FUN with JESUS, than they are truly missing out. I have LOVED your blog and I love that you are changing your life for the better-- as you said this is YOUR blog, you paid for this lovely design/ layout, and you take your precious time to share YOUR life experiences with us- how dare someone try to place judgement on you for wanting more of him… the almighty. If they know like I know, they would be happy to jump on board…

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