With a heart of love,
~CLW
...and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen. -Matthew 28:20b
Good Morning Friend,
Have you ever felt like not facing the world?
People come and people go, and the colors that they bring. You're [God] still here and we both know, you'll remain through sunshine and rain. (Marvin L. Winans, "Alone But Not Alone")
Loss never really seems like a good thing. Especially when you have gravely invested yourself, your emotions, your love, your finances, your time, your efforts, etc., into that which ends up seemingly coming to nothing. Often time it can hurt to the core especially when you look back at all you have given and it seems like you have wasted your time and that you will never regain parts of you that you had so freely given in the name of the Lord, in the name of love, or even the possibility of love, etc. Yes, and if we all will be quite honest at times it hurts like...(well you know) when you lose something or someone. Honestly, it took all I had within me to get out and to face the world today because I am facing loss. And to be even more honest it feels like a part of me died through this loss. Moreover, sometimes it's not just the fact that you just had a loss but its how it all goes down that can be even more hurtful. Nevertheless, as I laid in bed this morning trying to decide if I should just lay there or should I get up with all this hurt and pain running through me, my mind and my soul...I was reminded that Christ got up for me one day. With the worst pains possible (both physical and emotional) Christ got up from the grave that people who "loved and cared" about Him put Him in. It was the ones who were just throwing palms at His feet and crying "Hosanna! Hosanna!" that put Him there. You know its usually always the ones that say I love you, I will never hurt you, I got your back, I'm not going anywhere, that usually places the dagger right through your heart—sometimes right as they are embracing you. So I thought this morning, surely if my heavenly father, my light, my example could face the world after what happened to Him, then so can I. Yea, it hurts, the tears wont seem to stop and my heart feels like it wont stop bleeding--but I couldn't let my problems affect my purpose! Furthermore, just like Jesus did from the cross, I must forgive and pray for my transgressors because vengeance shall be mine says the Lord! So you can rest to sure that the Lord will repay and that those who do you harm will be dealt with! (I've seen it happen so many times over again!)
Let me encourage you this morning through my pain and let you know that it is possible to get up from a great fall or loss. People will sometimes try to make you feel better by telling you to get over it, don't let them see you crying, etc., etc. But it's always good just to release so that God can begin the healing process within you. This morning I was going to write about something else but it just wouldn't come out right. So the Lord reminded me of why He gave me such a platform and that is because I promised Him that I would never be ashamed to speak and tackle that which He tells me, no matter what it costs me in the process (which usually I gain strength and deliverance myself by sharing within these inspirations). My prayer has been since I started writing these weekly inspirations that people will be healed, strengthened, delivered, inspired and encouraged and made overcomers and more than conquerors through whatever they face in life. But in the process I never want to be made into this larger than life figure who never bleeds, hurts or needs inspiration or encouragement themselves. So the Lord told me to share my experiences in order to help others as well to keep myself and my views humble.
So it's another day, another week and another chance for the Lord to prove Himself mighty and strong in our lives. [And if you are up and reading this inspiration] we have gotten through the hardest part--which is the getting up part. It's easy to just lay there and wallow in the pain, but what will we gain from that? Sometimes we have to have a talk with self and say--get up from here, go brush your teeth, wash your face, get in the shower, put on some fresh clothes and get yourself together. Sometimes it doesn't even take all the spiritual jargon, oftentimes to get the enemy off of you and your emotions all you gotta do is just GET UP! Throughout the day you may have a memory of the loss that will probably bring the tears and stir up the hurt but we have to allow God in at those very moments and as we release, allow Him to collect the refuse and allow Him to do surgery on our heart. Look at it like this (especially when you know you did nothing wrong in the situation), maybe it could be that you were too good for that person or thing. You see, I know my value and worth—maybe God wants to send me someone or something that deserves me and what I have to offer and who can bring something greater to the table and/or to enrich my life. Now, I know that may have ruffled some of your feathers because we are taught sometime to just over-spiritualize certain things rather than deal with certain realities. We know sometimes when we get involved with certain things that it's not right for us. (WOW…the minister is being blunt today!) So in order to undo the messes that we oftentimes get ourselves into, we must be as HONEST with ourselves (and others) as possible. Sometimes you just have to speak to the situation and tell it like it is. If they were bold enough to hurt you—then be bold enough to tell them the truth—you were better because of me boo! Without any arrogance or pretensions—just be honest! You know you have faced people who forget that it was you that had their back when they didn't even believe in themselves and with as much love as possible you have to be honest and frank so that your healing can begin.
So as you go throughout this week, know that it is possible to get up after the pain. When you feel like you cant make it another step, another minute or another hour--square your shoulders, hold your head up and know that BETTER is on the way. There is a better friendship, opportunity, relationship, job, etc., etc., on the way. Know that there is nothing that happens that God doesn't allow. So if He allowed you to loose it--let it go! Because when He takes one thing away, my experiences have taught me that He sends you something so good till you will forget that which you loss. Yes it hurts like...(well you know) right now, but there will be a day that your heart will heal and the pain will stop. And when God sends the better--you will be like "I cried over that" or if someone mentions their name you will be like "who...." (SMILE!) and really be free from the situation. So go on with life and know that God is there to comfort, hold and love you through this pain. And in the words of my girl Fantasia "if you don't want me then don't talk to me, go ahead and free yourself!" Let those know who walk out from now on, if you don't want to see me happy, if you don't want to see me free, prosperous, etc., then don't talk to me....FREE YOURSELF. Cause guess what...I'll be alright! And you better believe the next time they see me they will kick themselves for walking away from this "good thing." (Amen somebody!)
Keep ya head up...its going to get better! Keep me lifted in your prayers as well.
Much Love,
Clyde L. Webster
P.S. Tune in to next week's inspiration when we will talk on the subject: "There is Life after the Hurt!" Also, here is a poem that I came across that helped me out this weekend. Enjoy it and feel free to share it with others!
"I'll Be Around"
Whenever you need someone who deeply cares,
whether things are going good or bad in your life,
one to give a strong helping hand, I'll be around.
When perhaps you are alone in the midst of difficult times
and no one is there to encourage you,
look my way, for I am available.
Whenever you are going through the storms of life,
hope seems thin and anguish is heavy,
just give me a ring and I'll be around.
You may not have been realizing it as you should
because of your busy schedule,
but im always around,
im as close as the fresh air you breathe every single day
or the comforting gentle breeze flowing all about you.
So give me a call and I'll be there for you in a few.
My phone number is toll-free, long distance.
Just simply dial: JESUS!
-Richard B. Glenn
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