Learning to Trust in All Things
By: Charlie
For years, while juggling my duties as a mom and wife, I put everyone’s needs before my own. Now, the time had come for me to unwind and just be me.
It was Saturday, and I had 24 hours to do whatever my heart desired. My husband was out taking care of business, my children, all older than 18, no longer needed me to cook their breakfast, chauffeur them to various athletic meets, or school dances, and praise God, there were no more school projects. Mama, I made it!
My joyous moment of gloating quickly turned into a pity party. I had reached out to my sister circle to see who wanted to go to the movies with me that afternoon and no one could. What do I do? Should I wait to see the movie another day when my husband or best friend could go with me? Why am I worried about looking lonely at the movies? Why do I feel alone?
I jumped in the shower, said a little prayer, and decided I would not deprive myself. I would be neglecting myself if I did not go to the movies, especially after working 40 hours a week.
After praying, the scripture that came to me was Deuteronomy 31:6. God reminded me not to be afraid because he is with me and will never leave me. My time alone was so therapeutic, I’ll be doing it again soon… Because I am Rahab too.
‘Self Care’, I dare say you just got your feet wet and your family will be after you to see where you are all the time and wanting to join in on your alone time, lol!! Enjoy you! TY