"You can be blessed in the midst of a miserable situation, because being blessed doesn't mean you have no trouble or struggle or sorrow; it doesn't mean you always experience success and comfort. It means that in the midst of the trouble and struggle and sorrow, you find yourself deeply secure, profoundly content and happy in God."
-Nancy Guthrie, Hearing Jesus Speak Into Your Sorrow
Oddly enough, I read this book right after my fourth hospitalization in this past April. It's hard to believe that it's December already and that in two weeks, I will be on a plane heading home to New Jersey.
This quote reminded me that no matter what happens in our lives, we need to be deeply rooted in God. Through Him, we find security and comfort even during the storms of life. Reading this now, I am reminded that no matter what comes my way, God is there for me. I don't know what my next phase in my life will look like, but I am trusting God.
As I am finishing up at UF, I am really grateful for a few people who helped me through my difficult times, especially the people of my church here in Gainesville. They stood by me through my months of paranoia and psychosis. I am going to miss them very deeply. They blessed me in so many ways. They brought hope and peace into my life when I most needed it.
It is hitting me hard that this is my second to last Sunday at the church here.
It's been quite a journey during my time here in Florida. It has been full of obstacles and pain, but also many times of blessing. As I move forward, I not only remember the tough times but I also remember the blessed times as well.
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