If you’re still following me, thank you. It’s nice to have some friends and family come along for the ride. I’m not quite back to blogging, yet, but I wanted to pop in and share a bit of the journey with you.
While I’ve been away I’ve been working towards acquiring my learners license. I thought I’d never drive.
At first it was because I didn’t feel adult enough. Then my lack of confidence turned into a fear of freezing up behind the wheel and endangering someone’s life.
What’s changed? Necessity. Due to Andrew’s Fibromyalgia he isn’t always fit to drive.
One of the steps I’ve taken towards acquiring my learners license is going for an eye exam. I knew I was nearsighted and that my distance was diminishing. However, I didn’t realize just how much my vision had changed. As it turns out, I have astigmatism in my right eye and I do miss the detail of things in the distance.
Seeing things more clearly got me thinking about how putting on a pair of glasses is like being born again in God. When you receive Jesus into your life you recieve the gift of the Holy Spirit. Your vision changes. God begins to correct how you see things. With your new spiritual spectacles things that were a bit hazy sharpen: heaven and God come into clearer view. Sin and a Saviour are also realized and you begin to grow in understanding. This can be very exciting! You’re given a brand new life where God continues to open your eyes and show you what you’ve been missing.
In contrast, being spiritually blind is much like not having your eyes checked. You might say, “I see fine.” I certainly did. I thought I viewed things well enough.
You’ll also need a good pair of spiritual reading glasses as you open the Scriptures. Then you’ll view the things closer with a keener eye, including yourself. Yes, sometimes you won’t enjoy the things you see. It can become a bit uncomfortable. But God is merciful and gracious. He allows us time to get used to our new spiritual sight—time to grow and change with His merciful help.
“The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. Instead He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”
2 Peter 3:9
So as I work towards taking a position behind the wheel of a car, I’m also learning to give God the wheel to my life. I have to trust Him with my fear and insecurities and allow Him to change me. It isn’t easy. I can’t do everything in one great leap. Sometimes I have to show myself some grace. We need to show one another that same grace as we take our journeys of faith in Christ one step at a time.
Some steps, however, may require a LEAP of faith. Nevertheless, when we decide to take our leaps, we can fall into the arms of Jesus who promises to finish what He’s begun.
P.S. My knowledge exam is booked for the 23rd of September. If you could keep me in prayer that would be much appreciated. Please pray for the next step as well! Thank you and God Bless. ❤
Believe (trust, commit your life to) Jesus Christ to receive the gift of the Holy Spirit (The Spirit of God, our Spiritual eyes and guide, our counselor, who reminds, teaches and comforts us in all our grief.)
“Peter said, “Change your life. Turn to God and be baptized, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ, so your sins are forgiven. Receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is targeted to you and your children, but also to all who are far away—whomever, in fact, our Master God invites.””
Acts 2:38
(Photo credit goes to Pixabay user AlbanyColley .)
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Tina, great post! I agree when we focus on God, our view changes, and our direction and path become defined. I love your new glasses! I will keep you in prayer for the driving exam. 💗💐🌺
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Thank you so much Jeanne. ❤🌸🦋
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Tina! I have missed you. I am glad you decided to pop in and give us an update. I really love the analogy in this post. So much truth. I am so thankful that God helps our spiritual vision to become clearer. And the more we seek, the more we find. But you are right. I too want to do everything at once. But we all need grace as we all have our limitations. God will help us with each step, when it is time. Such a great post. Thank you for sharing. You look so good with glasses! I enjoyed the video too. And I am most definitely praying that all goes well as you take your exam and pursue your learners license.
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Thank you so much my friend! I’ve missed you too. You’re so right. The more we seek the more we find. May we be a people after God’s heart. I’m looking forward to blogging again soon and reading your wonderful posts. Thank you so much for the prayers. ❤🌺 Blessings.
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Having our spiritual lenses does help us see things in a different light.
I like what you said about showing ourselves some grace and extending that to others as well.
So good to hear from you Tina.
Looking good with your spectacles 👓.
Praying that your exam on the 23rd goes well 🙏🏽.
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Thank you so much Manu. 💙
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hello Beautiful Tina, I have missed you❣️ but you know how to return, with this amazing post. Surely I will keep you in my prayers🌹💓
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Awe, thank you so much Tony. That’s so kind. I’ve missed you too. I’ll be looking forward to reading your poetry. God Bless. ❤
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God Bless and have a wonderful weekend! God got you and you got the test. Driving will be like walking on water… just do not get distracted. Remember to check all blind spots as well! Your faith isn’t blind!
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Yes, definitely Tony. Thank you! God bless you too!
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Hi Tina, it’s been forever since we’ve talked. I wasn’t aware you didn’t drive – I don’t either. Praying for you as you begin this new journey. You look beautiful as ever with your new specks! 💙
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Hi Tams! Wow… yes, it’s been a while! I didn’t know you didn’t drive. I thought I was the only one. Thanks so much for the prayers and compliment! Take care of yourself. ❤🌼
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Good luck with the test. I guess with me I need to make sure I take the time to clean my lenses so as to see God clearly. Sometimes I have to work at the connection to get the best from it.
You look great in glasses. ❤️
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Thanks Gary! 🙂❤
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I’ve missed your posts, as well, Tina. But I understand how busy life gets. Congrats on your new driving adventures! I’ll be in prayer with on September 23; I trust you will do well! Blessings.
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Thanks so much, David. Blessings back at ya. 🙂
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Ahh you look great!! Fantastic analogy and what a cool step of faith and experience as you start driving! Prayers!!!❤️
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Thanks so much Ali! ❤🙂
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Praying all goes well with your driving. That’s a brave step you’re taking. ❤️
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Thank you so much Dawn. ❤
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Sweet daughter you look great with or without glasses 🙂
As I read your post, I thought of the Carrie Underwood song Jesus Take The Wheel
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Thanks Dad. 😊❤
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It was good reading through your experience and I love how it relates to our faith walk as Christians too. We need Him to help our sight so that we gain insight. 📌
How was the exam too? Success ma’am. 🤗
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Yes, so true! I passed my exam! 🤗
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I love this post! Excellent analogies!! 🙂
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By the way, I love your new look with glasses! They’re perfect for you!
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Thank you so much, Ruth. I’m still getting used to them. My first pair of glasses.
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Thank you. 🙂
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You look so beautiful. Touchwood. keep posting
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Your comment made me laugh. When you said touch wood I thought you were referring to the comment before: You look so beautiful.’ Well, beauty does tend to fade. Maybe I should hold onto wood for dear life. 😂🤣😂🤣 Thanks for the compliment and the encouragement. God bless.
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I did refer to “You look beautiful” And wished you that you may always look beautiful 😍🙏🏻✨💐.
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Oh, okay. Well, thank you. Hopefully, it’s the beauty of God that shines through.
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