I help people overcome their strongholds and grow in wisdom. The quality of your life stems from the depth of your connection to God, to yourself, and to others, and the courageous action you take out of that connection.
WoW 131: On desperation for God [Words of Wisdom]
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--------- In moments of brutal honesty, you may find yourself echoing the words of the Psalmist: Quotes"Most of us were taught that God would love us if and when we change. In fact, God loves you so that you can change. What makes you desire change is the inner experience of love. This alone becomes the engine of positive change." Richard Rohr, Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life "Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever new, late have I loved you! You were within me, but I was outside, and it was there that I searched for you. In my unloveliness I plunged into the lovely things which you created. You were with me, but I was not with you. Created things kept me from you; yet if they had not been in you they would not have been at all. You called, you shouted, and you broke through my deafness. You flashed, you shone, and you dispelled my blindness. You breathed your fragrance on me; I drew in breath and now I pant for you. I have tasted you, now I hunger and thirst for more. You touched me, and I burned for your peace." Augustine of Hippo, Confessions QuestionsIn what areas of your life are you still trying to rely on your own strength instead of God's? Augustine's words express an intense longing for God's presence. Have you ever experienced a similar desire or feeling of being pursued by God? What is one practical way can you cultivate a posture of humble dependence on God in your daily life? How can you apply that in the smallest way possible this week? (Use these questions as a journal prompt and to guide your prayers this week) EndnoteOur desperate need for God turns out to be the best possible of all scenarios: not only a death sentence without God, but a life sentence with God: an invitation to soul satisfying love. Live wisely, Josh
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Josh Kalsbeek, LMFT
Psychotherapist, Writer
I help people overcome their strongholds and grow in wisdom. The quality of your life stems from the depth of your connection to God, to yourself, and to others, and the courageous action you take out of that connection.
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