In my forty years of life I've endured a lot of heartache and pain. I've experienced all forms of abuse, neglect, abandonment, vicious attacks against my character, and even the sting of rejection.
Fortunately, I bear few visible scars. However, there are many invisible, deeply embedded scars buried in my psyche. They materialize in my dreams, manifest as depression, fear, and isolation.
It's a wonder that I've managed to endure when many who have faced similar circumstances have succumbed to the common and often co-occurring activities of trauma survivors; addictive behaviors, lost of mental stability, and attempts to end their physical suffering through suicide.
I give all credit, honor, and glory to the divine power of my Heavenly Father for keeping me thus far. I often find myself smiling through my tears, amazed by the complexity of God's master plan and purpose for my life. During these times, I remind myself that I have a predestined cross to bear. A cross that's designed to strengthens me day by day, if I am willing to endure.
I pray that you will begin to see your cross as the catalyst to fulfilling your destiny. Refuse to give up prematurely! Resist all forms of temptation designed to take you off course and remember, "No Cross, No Crown."
Fortunately, I bear few visible scars. However, there are many invisible, deeply embedded scars buried in my psyche. They materialize in my dreams, manifest as depression, fear, and isolation.
It's a wonder that I've managed to endure when many who have faced similar circumstances have succumbed to the common and often co-occurring activities of trauma survivors; addictive behaviors, lost of mental stability, and attempts to end their physical suffering through suicide.
I give all credit, honor, and glory to the divine power of my Heavenly Father for keeping me thus far. I often find myself smiling through my tears, amazed by the complexity of God's master plan and purpose for my life. During these times, I remind myself that I have a predestined cross to bear. A cross that's designed to strengthens me day by day, if I am willing to endure.
I pray that you will begin to see your cross as the catalyst to fulfilling your destiny. Refuse to give up prematurely! Resist all forms of temptation designed to take you off course and remember, "No Cross, No Crown."
Written by James Cleaveland and recorded by Vickie Winans