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It seems like forever ago that I started this blog, and quite awhile since I have revisited it. But as I continue to seek clarity from God in my life, I think back to the lessons I learned by writing and sharing, by intentionally pouring through scriptures and trying to capture the meaning it had for my life. It was amazing how God used those verses, used conversations with you, used that time in my life for His good, to bring healing and peace, and to connect with others. What I realized is that the same needs I felt for clarity and peace then, are the same needs I still have day by day,  not just in relationships but in every aspect of my life - work, church, service, friends, and family.

Sometimes I feel lost, drifting along without any clear sense of God's direction, of what the right answer is. I find myself confused and not knowing which direction to go. But God is not the author of confusion. His Word says over and over again that He will guide our steps and direct our paths, that He has plans for our lives and plans for good, plans for abundant and eternal life in Him. Wow... I want that. I want to diligently seek it, as for silver or gold, I want to pursue it, to press on toward the prize, to be useful to Him and to walk in the center of His will.

I don't know where this journey leads. I know that I want to intentionally seek Him every step of the way. I know that I want to invite you to join me on the journey, to share your insights, to ask for your prayers, to pass along scriptures that speak to you, and to see what God has in store for us together.

This weekend I had an incredible conversation with two close friends. Through that conversation we realized that all three of us were facing a similar situation and similar struggles. We're close friends, but we never realized it. We never talked about it before, but suddenly we found ourselves talking about it. It was amazing the relief and the encouragement that came from the conversation, from knowing that we were not alone, and looking at scripture together and praying about it together. There is such tremendous power in that. I've experienced it over and over again, what God can do when we break down barriers and dare to share our lives with each other.

That's what I want this blog to be, a way to share my journey with others, and to invite you to share yours with me. Will you join me?