A Moment To Breathe: Find Rest In The MessSample

Building Bridges with Our Stories

Sometimes God asks us to turn the page of our life, but occasionally we get to look back. Recently I returned to the hospital where I had brain surgery. I’m tempted to look the other way as I was where I pushed my legs to walk again. But these pages in my story are the moments when God proved Himself faithful and strong.

You have a story, you know. And God is weaving a tapestry of beauty that will tell of His faithfulness when generations to come read the pages of your life. Inviting someone into your story is not easy – it means you’ll need to reveal a few scars. But Jesus said if people keep quiet, the stones will cry out in praise (Luke 19:40). But there’s no need for the rocks to cry out when we share our stories with each other.

Tell me of your mess; I will feel less alone. Allow me to hold your hand as you share bad news. Call me and we’ll have a dance party, from miles away, because He’s opened another door to your dream.

Share your story with those around you. Let’s be a community that shares our stories, gives Him the glory, and remembers that He is still writing. The story isn’t over yet.

This is an excerpt from A Moment to Breathe Devotional Journal . If you enjoyed this series, you can purchase the full journal to receive all 365 stories from women in every season of life, women who have been there, women who understand.