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Today, I’ve linked up with Lisa-Jo Baker for Five Minute Friday…
My life has been a little off balance lately. I’ve been grieving my uncle, and I have a first row seat at watching my mother grieve her brother. It’s not easy. For the last four years the heartbeat of my life has been beating at a steady rhythm. Right now, the rhythm has changed. It’s a little faster. Anxiety wants to take hold, but it isn’t gripping me. Somehow, all of my emotions are layered with peace.
I believe our souls dance to the rhythm of our heartbeats. I don’t know, maybe that sounds a little over poetic or over-the-top, but I believe it to be true. What I am getting at is this… my soul belongs to Christ. I made that decision long ago and it is one that will never change. When my heart is overwhelmed with sadness, my soul will continue to dance in worship. It might be more of a struggle, but my heart and soul will sync together and God will be glorified.
In the middle of grief when the rhythm of life changes without warning, I urge you to pursue Christ with reckless abandon. Regardless of the difficulty and uncertainty you face, choose to not face it alone. Allow Christ to breathe freedom into your soul and regulate your rhythm. Allow your soul to dance in worship regardless of the pain…
‘Allow you soul to dance in worship regardless of the pain….” What beautiful words, Jennifer. I’m so sorry for your loss, but rejoice that you can dance amidst the pain. Blessings to you, dear.
Thank you:).
Oh Jennifer, I’m so sorry for your loss, and for your mama too. Worshiping through the pain is something I’m learning right now too. I love your heart!
Thank you,Amanda. I’ve been praying for you as well. I know what it is to lose a precious little one. I’m praying restoration for you and your professor:). God bless you!
watching you dance through pain and grief as you pour out your heart in synchronized praise honors Him. I know He blesses you Jennifer. remembering you in my prayers this early a.m. have a great weekend.
Thank you, Lisha.
” When my heart is overwhelmed with sadness, my soul will continue to dance in worship. It might be more of a struggle, but my heart and soul will sync together and God will be glorified.” Yes! worshipping through the pain….for JOY will come in the morning! Hugs!
Thanks, Barbie.
“Allow your soul to dance in worship regardless of the pain…” Oh to worship through the pain is the only way to truly make it through. I am so sorry for your loss and so encouraged by the way you are walking through it with praise in your heart (and in your words).
Thanks so much, Amy.
This is beautiful…that choice to worship in spite of pain. Prayers for you and your family as you grieve. Blessings.
Thanks, Mel.
Thank you Jen for your thoughts. They help me when I am down and lift me up. I love you.
“Allow Christ to breathe freedom into your soul and regulate your rhythm.”
Wow.. Thx for articulating something I’ve been seeking but just couldn’t put words. Sorry for your loss, Jennifer. Your uncle is in good hands now. Take care & be patient as you grieve…
Thank you very much.