Go hard in the paint!

Dear Tuesday, I’m going to be honest and say that I don’t really want to do this today. I know that normally I look forward to talking to you, but this week I don’t know what I need/want to say. So I’m just going to allow the Holy Spirit to lead me on this one.

Dear Anna, you are the only one who knew before reading this where my heart is at right now. I’m beyond thankful for your guidance, which I know I’ve barley tapped into. Knowing that The Lord aligned us for this specific time makes my journey somewhat easier. After my dream the other night I knew why, and then when I told you about it and we saw how it lined up with your vision….well all I can say is, only Jesus is capable of that. I’m so thankful that The Lord didn’t connect us earlier (that may sound weird), because I know that I wouldn’t appreciate you in the same way that I do now. Few people understand the calling on my life in the way that you do. Thank you for pushing on me to hang on and wait patiently for better. Thanks for always being the kick in the ass that I need. I’m so thankful for the things that The Lord has brought us both through, girl we’re going to CHANGE the world. Favor is just starting to fall on us, but the downpour is coming! Love you friend and I’m excited for all the adventures ahead for you!

Dear Kristin, you have been such a pleasant surprise this past week. You’re someone that I’ve always wanted to spend more time with and really get to know. And I’m so thankful that The Lord has planted us near each other again so that we can learn and grow together. We have so much in common, we understand how each other is feeling about this season of growth (growing pains), and yet we’re so different that it will make it easier to learn from each other. We’re in the midst of very similar family situations and after talking with you the other night I noticed something. We both see our situation from different angles. Angles that the other needs to see it from. Looking at it from someone else’s angle may be just what we need for breakthrough. Just continue to keep your eye on the finish line. You know what the prize is. Run after it. It’s closer than you think. I’m running with you, we’ll get there together!

Dear P, well as of two minutes ago I had no idea what to say but you just lit a fire under me. “The narrow road is hard. Following Christ is hard but the reward is great. Go hard in the paint. Go hard.” Whether you know it or not Basketball has always had a special place in my heart. Hearing those words from a coach always made me dig in a little harder and push myself past where I was comfortable. The same goes for life. This blog was never started to keep me in a comfortable place. The title itself should give that much away. Thanks for reminding me of that in a VERY funny way. Our long distance friendship is the biggest blessing to me. Like my relationship with Anna, I’m very thankful that The Lord waited to line up our friendship until right now. You sent me an email this morning that talked about how at times we need to learn to minister to ourselves, and The Lord wants that so badly that He will blind the eyes and deafen the ears of our closest friends. It wasn’t until I read that that I realized that is along the lines of what He does with us occasionally. You always know when to give me space and when to give advice. And I’m always thankful for both. Recently with the dream interpretation I was VERY thankful for the space to interpret it alone. That was something that I needed to do, thank you for understanding that. Thank you for always being obedient to the Spirit. Everyone needs a friend like you that they can just be real with, in serious situations, in funny situations, and every kind in between. I love #realtalks with you bestie.

King of kings, I’m in awe of you again. You’ve had the right people reach out to me in the perfect ways in this season. You’re knit all of us together in the most beautiful way that only You can. Our strengths and weaknesses blend so well together, but mostly I thank you for your presence. Without I would just have subpar friendships. And you’ve called me to greater so I know that you’re also called my friendships to become greater. Thank you for being the perfect comforter and protector. You alone know how much of an issue finding a job is to me. Thank you for protecting me from the wrong jobs in this season. I know that You have the perfect one right around the corner for me and I’m waiting patiently for it. Thank you for supplying every need that I’ve had and every need that I will have. Thank you for ALWAYS being here for me. Thank you for always giving me strength. I’m desperate for You and I just can’t seem to get enough of You.

Tuesday, that ended up going better than I thought. Thanks for letting me work all of that out on my own. You’re always and forever my favorite. Love you.