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Jack Nicolson put it brilliantly in the road-trip scene from the 1999 movie As Good As It Gets:
Not everyone has a terrible story to get over. Some people have great stories, pretty stories that take place at lakes with boats and friends and noodle salad. Just no one in this car. But, a lot of people, that's their story. Good times, noodle salad.
If you're riding with me, know that I speak from personal experience. If you can relate, scroll down. More than anything I want you to know, YOU matter to God. IT--whatever it is, matters to God. But no one can make that discovery for you. I count it a blessing to encourage you along the way.
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The Reality of Deceit
Several years ago when my now-husband, then-boyfriend was drug addicted, he had a habit of lying even when it wasn't "necessary." I had a sponsor at the time whom I called regularly because my life was such a mess.
I called her one day to complain about "Mr. Rights" habitual lying and she said, "He's on drugs, of course he lies. You know this about him and yet you choose to be in a relationship with him. He's just being himself. What about you? You claim to be honest, but you've clearly invited a person who lies into your life, and you tolerate it. What does that say about you?"
Ouch . . . double ouch! I was furious, she was right. In case you're wondering why I would share something so harsh, it's because of a scripture I came across this morning:
Psalm 120:1-2
"In my distress I cried to the Lord, and He heard me. Deliver my soul, O Lord, from lying lips and from a deceitful tongue."
It's easy to think of someone else, anyone but myself when I read this verse. But because I love you, I must tell you, I did not heal until I became willing to take an honest look at myself. I was victimized as a child, no doubt about it. But in this case, I was the victim of my own choice.
I thank God everyday that He is merciful and desires for me to have victory over both scenarios. He desires the same for you. So if by chance today's post ruffled your feathers, know that I write to you in love and with the best intentions. My sponsor infuriated me on a regular basis, but know what? God used her to humble me and heal me on a deeper level than I ever thought possible. I want that and even more for you!
Published on Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 4:35 PM CDT
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