I have always been a very sensitive person; crying whenever my emotions are pushed and having a broken heart whenever I face devastation, whether it is my own or not. I grew up thinking this was a bad thing, that I was only a "cry baby" and needed to be different. What I now know today is that those who called me cry baby were wrong about me. My sensitivity is my greatest strength!
Yes, with age I have matured and have learned how to control my emotions for the most part, but I now know that having a sensitive heart means that I have a compassionate heart. I have a great passion for people. When they are hurting, I hurt. When their hearts are broken, mine is broken. When all seems to be lost, I cry with them, but I also have the strength to encourage them when the crying is done. I see people with the eyes of Christ. God does not enjoy seeing his people hurting, broken, and lost. IT BREAKS HIS HEART!!! I pray that you run to Him when you are in need because He is a God of comfort and peace.
I know with all of my heart that my sensitivity, matured is compassion. Compassion is my spiritual gift and I am now learning, studying, and practicing how to use it and strengthen it, so it will be, and only be, used for God's Glory. I am excited to see how God uses my compassion to further his kingdom. Bring on the tears and brokenness!
I am SOOOOO glad you discovered that, and I'm so glad you wrote it down so you can remember! You are truly a gifted young lady, and the sky is the limit for you. You ARE gifted, and you DO see with Christ's eyes. Others may not u derstand, but they won't be able to walk as you walk.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you, Rachelle!