The Marathoner and Jesus
I once heard a man I really respect talking about how we've ruined the word "awesome." We've so integrated the word into daily language that we've actually given it a value opposite to its original definition. The truth is, that casserole from the other night wasn't really "awesome," despite how delicious it was. Especially when held in comparison to the mind-shattering goodness of the Lord. (No offense to your, or anyone's, casseroles.)
Besides all that, tonight I find myself particularly floored by how "awesome" God is.
It's hard to explain the feeling of being entirely unraveled in awe, but I do have a few keys that help me to stay in, or get back to, that place. One of those very keys is surrounding oneself with testimonies. Testimonies offer the opportunity to reset our focus on what the Lord is doing, or has done, and allow us in response to marvel at just how good He is. An instant recipe for success!
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