I’m almost back in full swing. After a month of drama and a lot of expense I’ve replaced most of the things that were stolen and I’m moving forward. Sorry it’s been a while since I’ve been able to get with you. Tying one of these journals on my phone didn’t sound like too much fun for me so I just waited until I got this new computer.
So, Here’s the update. I’m on the road re-evaluating and making sure that I’m in the center of what I’m called to do. I was working in my yard yesterday and as I planted some new stuff and moved some things around the Lord spoke to me and said… “Anthony, if you want new growth you’ve got to get on your knees and get your hands dirty.” That moved me and made me realize that I’ve been wanting “new growth” in my life but I’ve not been willing to get dirty in the process. Growth in my life has always come with me getting a little (or a lot) messy, dirty and uncomfortable. I’ve been able to reap the benefits of planting the new only after I’ve allowed myself to get on my knees and dig deep into the issues at hand. In what area is God asking you to get on your knees, dig deeper and get your spiritual hands dirty? Is He asking you to sacrifice financially, spend more time with Him, seek recovery or is he wanting you to forgive that person that is unforgivable? Whatever he is asking believe me it’s worth getting on your knees, digging because after you dig and get dirty new life and growth happens. The amazing thing is that a lot of times that growth ends up being beautiful to someone who passes by, it bears fruit, or it provides shade so someone can come and get refuge from the “heat” of their life.
In what ways is God asking you to get on you knees and dig so you can experience “new growth”?? Leave those comments here. You don’t even have to leave your name. Let’s just pray for and support each other. You never know, you may be getting your hands dirty by leaving your story here but that sacrifice might just be beautiful to someone who passes by.
We’ll talk soon,
AE
