image via that's something i've been learning to live by. someone really special to me introduced me to that quote, and it's something that i have explored more in depth every day. having anxiety, depression, and it almost being the end of the year; it can be a very stressful time. things can be overwhelming, and sometimes you feel like you don't have control. in fact, my lovely friend, Sarah, wrote a lovely post about it on her blog! you can read more about it here! ♥ and that is exactly where i was going to start this post. if you knew me, you'd know that i love to plan and organize everything. and yes, i mean everything. being a perfectionist and always trying to have my life in "order", can be very exhausting because nothing will ever fit my standards. trying to handle everything on our own can go okay for a little while, but it may become too much and Jesus can be the answer to that. we weren't created to carry this stress, and that's something i am trying to work through. all we can do is our best. God will take the rest. i'm sure many of you have heard the verse, Jeremiah 29:11. i know it may seem a bit cliché, but it is the truth. i have been digging deeper into this verse and i would like to share some of my thoughts on it. there hasn't been a day where i haven't questioned, "why me. why am i going through this?" with everything that goes on in our daily lives, sometimes all we can see is the negative side. i've just been put on a type of meds that helps balance the chemicals in my brain; to help control my panic attacks and depressive thoughts. it usually takes a good couple of weeks for it to kick in, and playing the waiting game isn't exactly my favourite thing to do. some days i just wish that i could feel better within the snap of my fingers, but that isn't the case. being on meds, it's also an experiment. sometimes they don't work for the individual so you have to try another, and wait again. i've been trying to remind myself everyday that God is in control. his plans are greater, and will be full of joy and reward. in Luke 12:7, it says: "and the very hairs on your head are all numbered. so don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows." wait a second; read it again. darling, you are worth far more than anything in this world. he loves you more than anything. you are his daughter, and you deserve to shine bright. "But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?" Psalm 56:3-4 trust him with everything girls. lay everything down at his feet, and ask for his guidance; then you will have peace. I hope you have all been doing well, and if you ever need prayer, please fill out the form under the heading, "prayer requests". i left an option for it to be anonymous, but if you'd like to stay in touch, just enter your email. i'll always be here for you. i'm praying that this coming week will be new, and full of life for you ♥ lots of love,
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Brittany McMillan
6/18/2015 01:09:35 pm
I love you, babe. You are such an angel and it makes me so happy to see you exploring your faith and committing yourself to it. It takes a strong, courageous young woman to be able to blog so full-heartedly about her love for God. I'm so proud of you, lady. Mwuah! <3
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Madison Landers
6/18/2015 01:13:25 pm
Brittany <3
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Dylan Jim
6/18/2015 01:31:09 pm
This was awesome and one qoute
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Madison Landers
6/18/2015 01:38:25 pm
That's such a good one! Thanks for sharing ☺️
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Erin Wood
6/19/2015 04:17:12 am
What an amazing young Women you have become Madison! And what wisdom you have, along with a heart strongly seeking what God has planned for you! This blog post really moved me :) keep on writing lady! Xoxo
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Madison Landers
6/19/2015 04:18:21 am
Thank you so much Erin! That is my hope for Simple Surrender ☺️💕
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Yolanda
6/19/2015 03:40:12 pm
This is beautiful. I love how real you are. How you share your hope, your heart and faith despite your challenging difficult journey. You are a brave girl ... Keep hoping. Keep praying. Xoxo
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