weekly newsletter // sept 17, 2023

>>> he delights in you

This verse caught me off guard when it appeared on my daily Bible verse app a few weeks ago. You delight in my way, Lord? What does that mean?

I checked to see if the verse meant to say that a person delights in God’s way. A few translations of the Bible state it that way, but most present it as I initially read it.  You delight in me, Lord?

Why is this so hard to believe?

We tend to be so much more critical of ourselves than God is of us. I know this because as I press in and listen to Him, the Holy Spirit whispers compassionate and affectionate things to me far more than correction. And often, the word of correction is about how I need to be more patient and gentle with myself.

We tend to focus on our weaknesses and failures, thinking those things disqualify us from being delightful to Him. But He doesn’t focus on those things.

He sees His very image embedded in you. He sees the seed of faith growing in your heart. He sees the desire to be in agreement with Him rising up in you. He sees your willingness to keep walking with Him.

Beloved, He delights in you!

>>> giveaway coming tomorrow, 9/18!

I’ve teamed up with some INCREDIBLE CONTRIBUTORS to bring you a giveaway packed with resources to fuel your spiritual growth, and healing journey, and strengthen your family and relationships!

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📆 The Super September Giveaway runs from 9/18/23 to 9/25/23.

🎉 We’ll announce three lucky winners via KingSumo on 9/26, who will be notified within 48 hours. 

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blessings,