is it strange to say that this particular break-up is much more beautiful than the relationship itself? so much good has been coming out of it. at first, i was so blinded by the pain and the hurt and the oh-so-many questions (oh my, the questions) to see God's love in this... but after the first week of nonstop crying, after grasping the reality of it all, i can't help but firmly believe that this break-up is sooo right and it was meant to happen.
early in the relationship, i had a gut feeling that this was suppose to end because i couldn't think of a better, a heart-wrenching trial in my life that would draw me closer to God, to help me grow in my faith, and to experience a deeper and more intimate relationship with Him. for a few days before the break-up, i had prayed to God to show me more of His love and blessings in my life, and to help me hunger and thirst for Him and Him alone. God was very quick to respond and He answered my prayers through this break-up (note to self: be careful on what and how you pray).
this break-up is really beautiful and yet, inexplicable. God has poured so much of His love through my family and friends. He knows that i couldn't face it alone and because He wants me to conquer this battle, He has provided so much support along the way. He's also been purifying me and disciplining me in prayer and word (Heb 12:11). He's also rebuked me in that i need to have a loving and forgiving heart (Eph 4:29, 32). most importantly, though, i'm seeing how the Spirit is as equally important as the Father and Son (Rom 8:2-6). these are just a few things that i have come to realize... the longer list is tucked away somewhere else, haha.
mm... i still wonder why it had to end, though. so suddenly, too. thought everything was going well... there were no fights, no arguments... just a whole bunch of God's provision.. and to be honest, sometimes i wonder if i did something wrong. or i was just not good enough. or we were not compatible enough. regardless, i know God has a reason for everything. so, i blindly trust in Him. again and again, i will follow. no questions asked.
thankYou, Jesus.
to be able to experience Your beauty in the "ugly trials" of my life..
to be able to walk in faith.
to stand firm and obey Your Word.
to accept and move on.
thankYou, Jesus.
that it was a healthy break-up.
that he was a faithful and devoted man of God.
that we can remain as friends.
that we are both being drawn closer to You.
thankYou, Jesus.
for Your love and blessings.
for Your overflowing Spirit.
for Your grace and strength.
for who You are.
I sensed something was up when I read a caption on one of your Instagram pics..I just found the time to open up my blog so that I could update it..but I just saw your post! Yeah, I know how you feel. God is good, huh? My relationship with God grew every time I went through a break-up. It was heartbreaking but bearable because God guided me through it each time. I honestly felt like He held my hand and it made me realize that I would be okay. I think sometimes when we are in a relationship, we get so caught up in that relationship that without being aware of it, our relationship with God suffers because all that time we once devoted to Him, we spend our time and energy on a boyfriend. I really think this is a great time for us to both be more in love with our God and to grow stronger in our faith during this time. God's timing is perfect. I think I'm realizing that a lot more these days. And really, when we pray, it is no joke, God hears it! And in that, I feel peace and joy in my heart. I'm sure you do too. :) I'm loving your IG captions and blog posts! Keep em cominggg..haha! Heem nae! <3
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