Amending Fences
Making a sincere direct amends is my part in experiencing freedom and building bridges with those I hurt.
Category Terri Fornear
Mending Fences
Step 8 gives me a chance to list those I have hurt and become willing or courageous to “love” them - whether they receive it or not. This step opens the door for me to see the pain I’ve caused others and set me free from making my pain master over my feelings and thoughts about myself.
Lighten Your Load
My true self is already as it should be. It is not something that I whip into shape - as it is the seed of Christ in Me!!!! That seed takes over where my powerlessness ends. His work becomes bigger as my eyes are open to God’s will - which WAS done on the cross!
Ready Or Not?
It is tempting to think we must change on our own so that God will be pleased with us. It is also tempting to think that we can change on our own. Yet we know Paul had become so frustrated that he gave up trying to change. Can you relate to Paul?
Into the Light
Opening up to another human being is tricky. Humans are not God, not perfect, and not the answer, but the right person can be the very vehicle to deliver God’s grace and gift of righteousness.
Standing Firm on Those Shaky Days
– By Terri Fornear The evil “day” in Ephesians 6:13 can feel more like an evil eternity! How do I “stand” as Paul says when things are really tough? Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of…
Find Courage from Total Acceptance
My worth has been declared on the Cross and has nothing to do with my performance -- whether good or bad.
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
As I grow in knowing the real Jesus, I detach from religion and attach to the God who speaks His love into my understanding!
Letting GO… of Being God
Step 2 takes me out of “thinking” about Him and into His Power.
Easier Way
– By Terri Fornear In a way, fighting with Joe against Stage IV cancer was easier for me. It was obvious we were powerless. I had the hearts and support of many. I allowed myself and others to be powerless.…