Happy Spring! Winter is over and I couldn’t be more grateful. It was a tough winter for me and things did not go as I planned. Isn’t it funny that we actually think we are in control sometimes?? I spent the majority of the last 2 months sick. I was in the hospital twice and at doctors appointments nearly every week. I am finally doing better and gaining more strength each day! I spent a lot of the time discouraged and paralyzed by fear. And y’all, when I say paralyzed by fear, I mean crippled, not moving, and literally stuck in the same defeated place for too long. BUT GOD, in all His grace and love, gently pulled me close and reminded me that I am His! And though I don’t have it all figured out and I still have days that fear finds its way back into my heart, I have learned some valuable lessons during this time. Some lessons are repeats (because learning tough lessons are so fun I want to experience them twice!) and some lessons are brand spanking new. I would like to share a couple of those lessons with you!
#1: I had misplaced my confidence. I was relying on my husband, family and friends to provide a sense of comfort and safety that only God can give. While those relationships are there to provide some comfort and encouragement, they shouldn’t be the source of those things. Psalms 118:8 says, “It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.”
#2: Fear had taken over and I was living defeated. I had allowed thoughts and fears to slowly creep in, and I became very discouraged. LADIES, it is SO important to recognize those fears and REPLACE them with truth from God’s Word. Fear is a spirit, and it is NOT from God. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”
I learned that the dark places of our lives is where Christ transforms us to be more like Him. It is so easy to think that these hard times in our lives don’t serve a purpose and that we would be better off without them. But, it is in these dark moments, these moments unseen by the rest of the world, that our hope is renewed through our walk with Christ. As we draw near to Him during these times, He gives peace. He gives strength. And He gives grace that is sufficient.
What is going on in your life today that is causing discouragement or defeat? Do you find yourself in a season of waiting? Is your life made up of dark and unseen moments right now? Hold on, dear friends and draw near to Him! Just as winter has turned to spring, so can our darkest moments become our greatest victories through Christ!
That She May Know 
This is awesome, baby girl! I couldn’t have said it better! I am so grateful for the lessons that The Lord is teaching you, and for the Holy Spirit’s work of illumination in shining the light of the truth of scripture in your life! Dad and I love you so much!
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Thank you, mom! Love you so so much!
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Aimee. I’ve been learning similar lessons. I continue to get Closer to the Lord as I seek Him daily. Wonderful words of encouragement. Thank You. 💟☺
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He is so good to draw us near to Him! Thank you for your comments and encouragement!
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Oh, Aimee Rene’. I am so proud of you – stepping out in faith and sharing your story with the world. You are such a daughter of Christ and you have always walked in His grace. It is such a privilege to call you friend. Love you.
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Wow, what sweet words! Your comment made me tear up! Thank you, dear friend! Love you so much!
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Very well said. We really do serve an omniscient God whom we can trust. Thanks for sharing your heart. Praying God will continue to heal and bless you. I enjoy seeing your Facebook posts.
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Thank you for reading and for your encouragement! It means so much!
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Aimee, what a great article! I look forwatd to reading more of your blogs! Great job!!!
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Thank you for reading! I am so glad you enjoyed.
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Aimee, thank you for sharing the truths God has been showing you through this difficult time. It gives such hope in Christ! Our family continues to pray for you.
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Thank you so much for your prayers and for taking time to read this! He is our hope!
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Aimee, your blog speaks life, freshness, new beginning…. the very TRUTH of the WORD. I sensed the presence of the Holy Spirit as I read it. I know your genuineness and your dependence on God. I am so blessed to be your friend. Gary and I love you and Colten very much.
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Thank you, Pat! I am blessed by you. Colten and I love you both!
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This right here: “it is in these hidden moments, these moments unseen by the rest of the world, that our hope is renewed through our walk with Christ”–that’s the kernel of truth that popped for me…I will cherish this little nugget. Beautifully done, Aimee! May Grace continue to abound for you!
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Thank you so much! It means the world that you would take the time to read it!
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Beautiful post Aimee! I have allowed those two points to tear me down on my worst days. What a gentle reminder of putting our hope in the Lord during our darkest time. I miss you and am praying for your healing!
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Thank you so much! It means a lot that you would take the time to read it. He is so faithful, even when we aren’t! Praying for you too, friend!
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