Friday Food is a little bit of food for your soul. A little something to feed your soul, to remind you that you are loved, that you are not alone and that there is hope. Friday Food is just a little something to encourage you along the way. Looking for more inspiration? View the entire Friday Food series here.
Welcome to Friday Food! A little bit of food for your soul…every Friday. For the next few months, we are looking at “Downloads from Heaven”. In these “downloads” we are contemplating what it would be like if we got a message from God (however you understand God). We will be exploring messages from God about pain and suffering and healing and blessing and love and peace other topics too! When you read these “downloads” you will notice that they are in quotes. This is to help you think from your heart NOT your head. Don’t get caught up in whether or not God, (however you understand God) actually said these things. Just let them speak to your heart. I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Here is today’s download:
Give it Up
“It is an all or nothing life with me. You will discover there is nothing to bargain over or for. There is always something more of yourself that you can surrender. And part of life is learning what to surrender next. What habit, way of thinking, way of being, or grudge do you need to release? Is there fear or worry you need to surrender?
In giving up these things you will find my joy, peace, and love. That is where your hope comes from. So, I want to give you all of that but you will need to give up some things and make room. This giving up is a process or journey that is ongoing until you give up your body and return to me. So, continue to go all in by praying, serving and listening with your heart. Ask for my strength to do this. Ask for whatever you need to follow me and I will give it to you. You are greatly loved.”
I have heard people bargain with God (however you understand God) from time to time. They make promises to God if God will do something for them. This rarely works out because God wants it all in order that you may experience all that God wants to give you. It is hard to experience God’s love, joy, and peace if you are holding on to your own wounds or grudges. So, surrender and get yourself healed up. If you would like to know more about experiencing God’s (however you understand God) gifts feel free to contact me and we can come up with a plan. Or if you would like to share your ideas for experiencing the love, joy, and peace of God, let me know in the comments below.
