The Highs and Lows

Hi friends,

 It's been a couple of months since I've felt like writing a blog post, which made me think of the reason why. I believe it was due to the fluctuations we, as Christians, go through in our walk with God. The Highs and Lows. 

 A few months ago, I could NOT stop talking about God and all He had done for me and in me! I was amazed and in awe with every prayer, scripture I read, and prompting of the Holy Spirit! It was a feeling I wish I could have 24/7! 

  My love for Him and His graciousness had not changed or wavered, but strangely, I was starting to come "down" from the God-high I was on. It seemed that everyday life was starting to take over my days and thoughts again. I found myself reading my Bible, but only for short spurts before I got distracted with something else. I went a few days in between prayers and conversing with God. I really didn't like losing the closeness that I once felt just a short time ago.

 Just like any good relationship, I know my relationship with Him takes work. It takes me being intentional with my time and actions. It takes me talking to him and carving out time specifically for Him....sounds like pretty good marriage advice too, I'd say! lol Oftentimes, we continue to put our important relationships on the back-burner, even though we KNOW that's not what we should be doing! 

 I was feeling pretty guilty about my lack of "trying", until I heard a song from the new Lauren Daigle album "Look Up Child". The song is called Everything, and it made me realize that even when we fall short and are SO imperfect...He continues to be there! He continues to provide EVERYTHING we need! His love for us is so great, I can't even wrap my mind around how much He loves us!
And when we take a step away from Him, intentional or not, He is right there waiting for us to come back and pick up where we left off. 

 Even though there are highs and lows in this walk with God, we must remember to not get discouraged. Keep moving forward and eventually, God will give you another High! 
With love,

Rachel

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