This study has helped me to not just read the Word, but to meditate on it and let it transform my thinking; to dig deeper. The Holy Spirit is always revealing new things! I am learning to take every thought captive by examining it with the Word, as in Phil 4:8.
It made me really look intensely at the cross and what Jesus did for ME, giving me access to God, and left me so humble and grateful. I realized God was not only there for me in my trauma, He actually took my sorrow upon Himself. Thank you Jesus!
I had some confusion with what I thought were contradictions in the Bible that I didn’t understand, like He is a God of sorrows, and a God of comfort. It helped me to understand they are actually paradoxes, and changed my perspective.
Sexual intimacy is something I struggle with, but it showed me in marriage, sex is actually a gift to be cherished, not an obligation. It is actually a form of worship. I ordered the recommended book, Intimate Issues, to further help me in this area.
Through this study I have been able to draw near to God. Even when I mess up and sin, I know there is no condemnation through Christ, who has set me free from sin and death! He continues to heal and restore. It is a life long journey with Him.
I will leave you with one of my favorite verses, Matthew 11;28-30, ’’Come to Me, all you who are weary and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gently and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls, for my yoke is easy and My burden is light.’’
Having a mature Godly counselor to help me through every day with encouragement and loving correction has been such a blessing. Thanks be to God, my counselor Judi, and this amazing ministry! All of my Love and Prayers.
