HE LEAVES THE 99. True story.
I really struggled as a teenager to grasp the concept that God loved me. I didn’t feel worth knowing, and was content to stay in the shadows of obscurity, hiding away nurturing my hurts.
I have shared before how a trio of brothers felt led to each share an aspect of how God would meet with me – through the Word, through music, through relationship.
It wasn’t until Holy Spirit opened my eyes to see just how much crap and pain I had been holding on to, and how much Jesus and the Father loved me that I understood just how far God would go to find me.
Me. Just the way I was. Even when I couldn’t see just how lost I was, He would not stop pursuing me.
That’s the kind of love God has for each and every one of us, friend. A love so purposeful and freeing, when you encounter it, you are changed for the better!
This week, I share a bit each day about the heart of my Father.
#heartoftheFather #hopefortheharddays
KARLA LEES 
You’re right! We have absolutely no concept of how much God loves us. Our love is so unfocused and me-centered that we can just barely conceive of God’s perfect love. What a gift!
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Indeed, a gift we can keep unwrapping into eternity!!! š¤
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God’s love is amazing! But I’ve often struggled with this story. I’m not saying I’m perfect, but I’ve always been the rule-following good girl. AT times I’ve identified with the 99 more than the 1. I’m learning to find God in all the places.
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I can relate, Rebecca! What I have come to realize is He loves us all equally, regardless of how far we stray or run! Blessings as you seek Him!!!
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God’s love is amazing! Sometimes, as the rule following girl that I am, I’ve struggled with this story because I’ve identified with the 99. Trusting God to show me His love and grace in all the stories.
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Yes! You’re so right – the measure of God’s love is unfathomable. It still spins me out every day! Love and blessings x
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Amen, Anastasia! Thanks for stopping by! š¤
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