Happy Tuesday!

I attended a wedding this weekend and thought about all the joy and happiness surrounding the couple. It came from their family and friends and developed from a shared respect for their flaws and brokenness. It occurred to me that healing from traumatic pasts and events isn’t necessarily done alone.

Being solo in the process doesn’t guarantee desired results. Sometimes we need another trusted person in our lives to assist us with recognizing there is always a way to mend. Maybe that person helps us identify our negative defaults or unhealthy self-talk. Sometimes we may need a group or even an army. Healing is possible as long as we relentlessly pursue it with intent and integrity. And as long as we aren’t overcome with the gravity and sheer fright of the work ahead.

I found this inspiration from an unknown author:

What's Broken Can Be Mended What Hurts Can Be Healed and No Matter How Dark It Gets the Sun Is Going to Rise Again | Meme on SIZZLE

I wanted to share this because of the simplicity of the message. Things break all the time, and most can be mended, even a broken heart. We know that hurt people hurt people, but our hearts can heal as we choose to extend grace and understanding. Sometimes love is displayed as unconditional regard, particularly when we aren’t inclined to be nice to someone who’s hurt us. Sometimes it appears as a willingness to forgive, even when we can’t or shouldn’t forget.

Thomas Fuller, an English Theologian in the mid-1600s, is credited with the phrase, “It’s always darkest before the dawn.” The words are a proverb to suggest that, as we persevere, things get better but always seem the darkest right before a breakthrough. It’s meant to give us hope when situations seem hopeless. And, yes, even on the darkest night when the moon is eclipsed, the sun still rises in the morning – no matter where we are.

Scripture is replete with healing words:

“Then your light will shine like the dawning sun, and you will quickly be healed. Your honesty will protect you as you advance, and the glory of the Lord will defend you from behind.” Isaiah 58:8 (CEV)

“Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.” Jeremiah 33:6 (NIV)

“Jesus went all over Galilee. He taught in the synagogues and spread the Good News of the kingdom. He also cured every disease and sickness among the people.” Matthew 4:23 (GNT)

“So they departed and went through the towns, preaching the gospel and healing everywhere” Luke 9:6 (NKJV)

Healing is attainable for each of us. Perhaps we can be more willing to press in and relentless in the process. Prioritizing our peace of mind as a mental and emotional practice will help us see that we can mend. Attending to our spiritual wellbeing ensures that our hurts can be healed and maybe become stronger as we take action. Remember that, no matter what happens, the sun will rise again, offering us another opportunity for happiness. It’s all within our means through our choices.

Try to be mindful of our negative defaults this week. Perhaps we can reach out to someone to stand beside us or reflect on what we express. Maybe we need someone who can help us see our logic and thinking flaws. One thing is for sure, though. We can give ourselves kudos for turning our negative situations into positive outcomes by contending for our healing. So let’s be faithful in the pursuit, just like the rising sun!

Be Well & Be Blessed!
Lucinda