Sometimes I feel like I made a mess of my life in certain aspects. I feel like the decisions and wrong turns that I made, were to my detriment and I shake my head in disappointment. What I am learning is that there is a blessing and a lesson in every situation. I’m thankful that we serve a God that specializes in turning messes into messages and tests into testimonies. I’m so grateful that he doesn’t look for perfect people but we are made perfect in him. God tends to use the underdog, the people that others counted out. The ones that even counted themselves out as well. When I was going through my dark days and when I was depressed I thought that my life was over. I thought that the mistakes that I made meant it was doomed for me and that I could and would never get over them. I thought that the storm and dark clouds would last forever, but boy was I wrong. I do not miss those things times but I am thankful for what that period taught me. It taught me to truly trust and lean on God. He was the only one that could help me through that situation. I grew so much during that time. My faith increased, and I became mature mentally, spiritually and emotionally. I’m still a little rough around the edges but things that would upset me, don’t anymore. I learned who I am and whose I am. Most importantly I learned who God was. There were so many friends that walked away and turned their backs on me when I needed them the most but God showed me that he’s a friend that sticks with me through and thin. He’s a friend that’s closer than a brother. I also realized that everything I’ve been through was preparing me for what God has planned for me. I’ve encountered so many people who are going through a similar situation and it feels good that I can offer them advice and encouragement. I get to testify and be a witness to how great God is and assure them that they too can and will overcome, if they trust and lean on God. He said in his word that he will give perfect peace to all those whose eyes are stayed on him. As I celebrate my 34th Birthday today and reflect back on my life, my heart is full. I am happier than I’ve ever been. Sometimes God has to take you through the desert on the way to Canaan. I thank God that my past mistakes did not determine my future. I’m so glad he looked beyond my faults and saw my needs. I’m so glad he did not leave nor forsake me. I’m so glad that he’s my friend, my father, my savior, my redeemer. I pray that everyone will experience God on a personal level. There’s something about the name Jesus, it is the sweetness name I know. After you’ve done all you can, and after you’ve tried everything else, why don’t you try Jesus. It will make all the difference in the world. Have a happy and blessed Wednesday 🎉