My beautiful friend Heather and I headed to downtown ATL yesterday in hopes of hooking up with our homeless friends. I wanted to say bye to the group of guys I had built relationships with over the last couple of years. We were expecting to see one of them, Copper, but we ended up seeing Malik as well. Malik has one of the most genuine and beautiful hearts on the face of this planet. He is sweetness to my soul. I believe God had us go downtown just for him, and in turn me as well. I see Jesus through Malik's eyes. There is just something about Malik that screams, yet whispers, "Christ's love." He calls me his sister. I call him my brother. It is amazing to see how two completely different people, from two completely different backgrounds can bond in such a way that cannot be broken. Even though Heather and I didn't see everybody I would have wanted to see, we saw exactly who we were supposed to see. I will always cherish the bond I have with my guys downtown. They have taught me so very much about what is really important, slowing down life, genuineness, true relationships, and most importantly loving people for what their soul reflects. I will miss them tremendously.
I have been reading through 1 Peter and have been so encouraged by the truth and richness of God's words through Peter. I encourage you to read it or revisit it if you get a chance. I am so thankful for the Lord meeting me exactly where I am right now. It is such a peaceful feeling knowing that our God is so big He can meet all the needs of this world, yet He is so small that He will sit right beside us and meet us exactly where we want Him to. In this season of prayer and preparation He is and has continued to do just that. I am so thankful for this and so thankful for Him. 6 days and counting. Please continue to pray for me as I seek out the Lord in this journey. Love deeply.
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