by Lucy | Mar 11, 2010 | biblical counseling
Rest…Everyone needs it.
I certainly do!
I tend to just keep going like the Energizer Bunny and then pay for my poor choice: a stress headache that turns into a pity party, or negative thinking that spouts stay-away-before-I-blow behavior.
Jesus told his motley crew of twelve and the gathering crowd, eager for a healing:
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” (Matthew 11:28,29, NIV)
This is a picture of a soul at rest because it submits to the authority of the One who knows best. No fretting. No whining. No worries. In place of negativity, you are content, satisfied, and rested.
God recognizes that life throws rocks at you. Keep reading at this post at Counselors’ Coach, a column I write for the digital magazine Take Root & Write.
by Lucy | Mar 4, 2010 | biblical counseling |
It is a well-known fact among men that women
can,
at times,
be moody.
Men don’t get us. Even married guys don’t get their wives.
Really, how hard can it be?
If you could see me now, my mischievous smile (think: Cheshire cat) and wink would tell you I’m kidding.
But you knew that already.
Because you’ve been there.
I’m comfortable with crazy. The Hubs is not. I think he thinks I’m two Romaine leaves short of a Caesar salad. Bad joke. 🙂
He’d use other words:
All meant lovingly.
Of course.
Didya see that wink again?
“Why are you slamming cabinet doors, Lucy. You’ll break the hinges.”
So you care more about stupid hinges than my feelings.
SLAM. SLAM.
“Don’t you think you’re overreacting.”
SLAM. SLAM.
No, I’m not overreacting.
SLAM.
I hurt. I can’t be a robot like you. Just because I feel emotions, Mr. Robot, doesn’t mean I’m weak or volatile or PMSing.
It means I’m real
and
I’m sick of stuffing emotions because stuffing emotions makes me sick
and I want to be whole
and hugged.
I need a sense of belonging.
Bad.
Question: What about you? Do you need a hug?
by Lucy | Sep 15, 2009 | biblical counseling |
A dear friend shared this with me. She doesn’t know the source. If it’s you, do tell. ~ Lucy
Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.
They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.
They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don’t take “no” for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.
They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.
They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they
think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.
Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They’ll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what
makes the world keep turning.
They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their
family and friends.
Women have vital things to say
and everything to give.
HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH. — anonymous
Sweet sister in Christ, you are SO valuable. God says so. Share this with a friend.
Then came hope. Jesus. Real Hope Biblical eCounseling
You Are Loved, Lucy
