Life. So precious. We are gifted this breath by Him.
His plan for us is so much greater. Sometimes it takes us by surprise. It can make us feel extremely warm as if we are glowing from the inside out, smiling so wide, ear from ear, we feel as if our face will freeze in this place forever. But it can also make us feel like we have suddenly entered the darkest cave, alone among the millions, helpless. It’s at these darkest of dark times that trusting in this grand plan is hardest. So. Hard. It’s in these hard times that I remember…
In life
…they tell you some days may be hard, but it will be worth it.
What they may forget to tell you is that the worth is priceless, immeasurable. And although it will be hard to understand the immense worth associated with the moment, going through the motions and experiencing it will bring you to a better place. A better understanding. A complete picture. Possibly a resolution.
…they tell you no one makes it out alive.
What they may forget to tell you is that as you end your human life here on earth, you prepare for your enternal life. Every ending has a new beginning.
…they tell you laughter is the best medicine.
What they may forget to tell you is that when laughter is absent and a smile cannot make its way across your face, substitutes to a chuckle include a heart-to-heart with a dear friend over coffee, morning light cuddles or an afternoon walk with your favorite playlist.
…they tell you the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.
What they may forget to tell you is that the reason why that grass may be greener, richer and more healthy is a result of those folks watering it. Loving it. Nurturing it amidst the unforeseen. Never abandoning and always returning to the one thing that continues to grow, become stronger day by day and will be yours.
…they tell you when the going gets tough, the tough get going.
What they may forget to tell you is that sometimes the tough even have times when they say “screw it,” take a moment to just sit, exist in the moment and experience the tidal waves of emotion that can rip through a soul.
Wishing you all the best week and a wonderful Sunday evening.
Jordan Beck Wagner
September 28, 2014This was such a wonderful and uplifting post to read on this Sunday, especially because I missed church today! Thanks for posting this 🙂
annehnert
September 29, 2014That comment makes me so happy, Jordan! I’m so glad you enjoyed it 🙂 Have a great week! xo
jenna @ dearest love
September 30, 2014Praying for your friends right now!
I love so much about this post–they are such great reminders!
annehnert
September 30, 2014Thanks so much for this, Jenna. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! xo
Meg Clarke
October 2, 2014Beautiful post….thankful for these reminders. Life can be so hard and confusing and though we know that God has treasures for us in the dark places (Isaiah 45) it is so hard. Praying for your friends and looking forward to following your marketing threads!
annehnert
October 2, 2014Thank you for sharing that verse, Meg. Glad you enjoyed it.
Becky B with Choose Happy
October 3, 2014What a wonderful post. I loved it! and I love the saying: No Day but today!
Stopping by from the Currently link up ~Becky with Choose Happy~
annehnert
October 3, 2014So glad you enjoyed it, Becky. I love that saying, too. Justin and I had just finished another viewing of Rent and I just could not get it out of my head. Have a great weekend 🙂