A Full Circle

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Remember this post?

Today is my birthday, and as I look back on my journey, I’m realizing just how everything that’s happened to me—and for me—has been part of God’s divine plan. It feels like I’ve come full circle! Right now, I’m living in the middle of answered prayers. Everything I’ve ever hoped for, prayed for, or dreamed about is right here in front of me.

You know that verse in Romans 8:28 that says, “All things work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose”? That’s my life right now! I can hardly put into words how grateful I am. I’ve got tears streaming down my face—not from waiting for that big break—but from being absolutely awestruck by all the blessings God has showered upon me. Honestly, I couldn’t have written a better script. Every pain, every trial, every encounter makes so much sense now. God, you’re truly sovereign!

One of the best parts about walking with God is that we can’t really mess it up. Even when we stumble or make mistakes, He takes those moments and turns them into lessons that help us grow. Nothing is ever wasted in God’s hands. I’m reminded of Hebrews 12:11, which says, “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” It’s a tough journey, but those hard times lead to something beautiful.

It’s easy to say this now that I’m on the other side, but those challenges really do build our faith. They give us the confidence to support others and remind them that God is faithful. If He can do it for me, He can do it for you, too! Remember, “The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” What He’s done for others, He can do for you.

So, don’t be too hard on yourself. Don’t dwell on past mistakes—whether you didn’t know better or even if you did. God is so sovereign that He can make it all work out in the end.

Romans 5:3-5 hits the nail on the head:
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”

Hope does not put us to shame! 

Jeremiah 1:12 reminds me of God’s faithfulness:
“The Lord said to me, ‘You have seen correctly, for I am watching to see that my word is fulfilled.’”

Every moment, every season, every blessing and challenge has been a part of God’s plan. I’m just in awe of His faithfulness!

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