I've been becoming acquainted with my One Word 2025 Resilience over the past six weeks.
I've been learning just how strongly it is connected to one of its synonyms, Perseverance.
I've also been learning what a positive thing each of them is, in their own right.
For the most part, I've always been one who loved to start projects (and often many of them at one time), but not being really very good at completing any of them.
I've been enjoying, of late, the beauty of Perseverance.
I recently cut back my time on social media...cut back in way of eliminating my Instagram account.
Then I began to wonder what I should do with the time that I had spent on social media. Here are just a couple of things that I've given my time to of late:
Reading again! It isn't that I really ever completely stopped reading, but I had cut back drastically because of using that time to be on Instagram. I'm so enjoying learning new things about different topics.
Crocheting again! I started a baby blanket in white well over a year ago. I've picked that back up again and have added quite a bit to it.
Staying motivated with my homemaking skills with a renewed spirit about it all.
There have been times when I have wanted to give in and re-enter the world of Instagram, but I haven't. I have Persevered.
There have been times when I really haven't felt like reading and want to give up on a book, but I haven't. I've Persevered
There have been times when I wonder why I'm crocheting this blanket because I don't even know anyone who is expecting a baby, but I haven't quit. I've Persevered.
There have been times when I've been doing a homemaking task and wanted to just quit and leave it undone, but I haven't. I've Persevered.
And in my Persevering do you know what I've learned?
I've learned Resilience!
And I've learned it in a positive way. Staying with a project is worth the effort because I love the feeling of accomplishment, of giving to others, and pleasing the Lord.
And I've been able to persevere because in my weakness, He has been Strength.
Beautifully written! This could be me...
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Donna
Thank you, Donna, for your kind words. God is good!
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandi. xx
DeleteYour perseverance is a testament to your strength. Resilience isn't just about enduring, it's about growing through the challenges...Proud of You!
ReplyDeleteYou are such an encourager, Shug. Growing is healthy. xx
DeleteI love this Dianna! Well written and giving glory to the One to whom it is due.
ReplyDeleteThank you, my friend. Yes, if it weren't for Him, I'd still be struggling. xx
DeleteOne day at a time. Well done. When we lean in to His help we can persevere and be resilient!
ReplyDeleteThank you, dear Ellen. Through His Name of I Am, HE is Perseverance and Resilience! xx
DeleteA joy to read! Well done.
ReplyDeleteThank you, my dear friend. To God be the glory.
DeleteVery uplifting!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bill. I appreciate your kind words.
DeleteThe first that came to mind reading your post was Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing that verse with me, Karen! We just heard a message that included that verse on Sunday. xx
DeleteLovely post.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thank you, Jan. I appreciate you. xx
DeleteStaying motivated and persevering is so important.
ReplyDeleteYes, my friend, they certainly are. It's what keeps us going.
DeleteI do love the idea of showing up and doing our best each and every day, that is resilience to me! Lovely post.
ReplyDeleteCertainly sounds good to me, my friend! Thank you for your kind words.
DeleteThis post was convicting. There are a couple time-fillers (also often known as time-wasters) that I need to eliminate...and you have encouraged me to think of the things that I can replace with that gained time. I want my days to be purposeful and not to mindlessly scroll by (pun totally intended!) Thanks for a good post!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that the post was helpful for you, Jennifer. xx
DeletePowerful word, Dianna! Such a beautifully written post. A pleasure to "meet you" here! Love all the synonyms for resilence. It's by God's grace that we can press forward on this journey called life.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Horace, for your very kind words. And, yes, it's all of God's grace!
DeleteResilience is such a strong and positive word. I believe that 2025 is going to be a remarkable year for you!!
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