Be that Strength for Someone Else

I remember the years I spent separating and then getting my divorce.  It was one of the most trying times of my life.  Not only was I fighting against tradition, antiquated beliefs, and my preconceived notions of marriage, I was also fighting a legal battle, sexism, and the lack of adequate legal support.  I remember being overwhelmed with the process and wanting to give up, to run away, and thoughts of whether I’d done the right thing by ending the marriage.  It was just that difficult. But God!

I gained a team of supporters during this two-year process.  They didn’t realize they were part of a group of individuals keeping me going, but they were.  They’d speak words of strength into my life at just the right time when I needed it most.  I remember being called and told I was late for court, something I didn’t have on my schedule.  I called this one individual, and she told me, as I frantically told her my dilemma, she said to me in an oh so assertive voice, “You can do this Sandra!”, “You’re strong!”.  Those words were like the strong arms of God lifting me from the ground, standing me up, dusting me off, and gently but oh so purposefully moving me forward.  I believed I could do it, go to court, encounter his group of supporters, and meet with the judge to discuss the issues relating to my divorce.  My supporter, taking just a few minutes to speak those words into my life, was just what I needed to move forward with strength and determination.  That incident stays with me, in my heart forever.  It helps me look for opportunities to be a part of a team of supporters.  It is my goal to pay it forward and Be That Strength for Someone Else.

God will place angels in your life, throughout your life, to help you along your journey.  Trust him and know that he will.  

“For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. On their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone.” Psalm 91:11-12