Wednesday, November 7, 2018

As quick as the snap of a finger

Erik Gray's journals
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written July 17, 2015

    Remember how yesterday (in my journal) I wrote about feeling un-forgiven - why would I feel good and forgiven, and then suddenly not feel good about things I've repented of with the Lord?  Well, it still bugged me tonight.  I searched and tried to read and find something that would answer that question.  BUT then I prayed.  I asked,  "Heavenly Father, why would I feel bad about a past situation I've taken care of with thee?"  

    And the thought came to me that I am tired.  I have tended to be a lot harder on myself when I'm tired, especially Saturdays, the end of the week.  The thought that I'm just so exhausted and the conversation with a good friend brought up old feelings and because I am tired, I couldn't shake it.  Sounds like the most interesting explanation of it. But the immediate change from uneasiness to peace - GREAT PEACE - as quick as the snap of a finger... I knew that without a doubt, this answer was from God.  How grateful I am that He listens and answers.  I love prayer and that I am connected to Heavenly Father.  I think that it deals with fear...why am I so afraid of the person I was and the mistakes I made?  The past is just that, the past.

   
pc:  Erik G - Fall 2016 - Bryce Canyon