Letting Go

Like so many other things, it has taken me an unusually long time to learn this. I have held on way too tight, not trusted my gut, and mistook Christian compassion for enabling behavior that was not only hurtful to me, but often to others.

(Beloved, There’s little worse than narc abuse or the more subtle variants. Hugs. Jesus sees.)

Even when there’s no toxicity involved, I’ve learned to respond to the Spirit’s prompts to let something or someone go.

Sometimes I have absolutely no idea why God prunes, but I’ve come to trust Father knows best…for me and for them.

I am grateful that today, partly due to agonizing experience, partly due to a better understanding of love, and admittedly, partly due to a reverential fear of God (over fear of man), I now respond pretty promptly.

When I do, I often get clear confirmation or a rush of grace as reward for my sometimes reluctant obedience.

This is not necessarily a pretty process, but our first responsibility is to God alone. I am learning not to justify, argue, defend, or explain (JADE) decisions. Others can consult God directly, which is always the better way for all involved.💖

DIG DEEPER: Matthew 10.

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