the greatest hurts are those from whom you trusted most or or treasured the deepest. The hurt heals over, but the pain when remembered can be as much when remembered as when it originally occurred. Don't shut it down, let it wash over you and remind you of what was treasured. For those who love Jesus, the pain of being betrayed by the church is both bewildering and intense. Only when I separated my relationship with God from my relationship with the church, was the healing able to commence. Both can still be beautiful, But for one I will always be a little less naive. Flourish where you are planted, treasure where you have been and and never forget you may be a treasured memory by those who you thought only touched the edges or your life.
Thanks Steve, yes, being less naive is a good way to put it. Healing seems to come in layers, and sometimes it feels like the band-aid gets ripped off and removes some of the healing, but in time the wounds continue to heal. Thanks for reaching out, much appreciated x
I love that you carried on singing while crying! Every tear a gift, a diamond from your hearts 💕
Thanks Christine, very beautifully said! I still don't know how I managed to do it 😂
Deb,
the greatest hurts are those from whom you trusted most or or treasured the deepest. The hurt heals over, but the pain when remembered can be as much when remembered as when it originally occurred. Don't shut it down, let it wash over you and remind you of what was treasured. For those who love Jesus, the pain of being betrayed by the church is both bewildering and intense. Only when I separated my relationship with God from my relationship with the church, was the healing able to commence. Both can still be beautiful, But for one I will always be a little less naive. Flourish where you are planted, treasure where you have been and and never forget you may be a treasured memory by those who you thought only touched the edges or your life.
Thanks Steve, yes, being less naive is a good way to put it. Healing seems to come in layers, and sometimes it feels like the band-aid gets ripped off and removes some of the healing, but in time the wounds continue to heal. Thanks for reaching out, much appreciated x
This is so beautiful Debbie, it’s like I was right there with you. Wishing I could give you a big hug x
Feeling the hug 😘