Pain to Promise
Oh how I’ve grown.
Matured.
In the survival, I had to let go of some things.
My ego.
My pride.
The alter I built to my pain.
I made my pain and identity and introduced myself by that trauma.
Hi, I’m the girl who had things stolen from her.
Why would I introduce my trauma?
I felt like she was taking over.
And for a while, she was.
Then, I realized I needed to let her go and let God.
I couldn’t hold onto pain and promise at the same time.
It’s like choosing to lug baggage with you everywhere you go or set it down and leave it there.
Do you trust God with your “luggage?”
With the heavy bits…
Listen, nothing is new under the sun.
There is nothing God has not forgiven.
I truly believe that.
He anointed folks who were once adulterers, murderers, sexually immoral—all the things.
You are never to far from God to say,
“Hey God, I don’t got this. I need your help.”
Our society has propelled this image of dependency like it’s a toxic trait.
Yes dependency in man to a certain degree is no good, but full dependency on God is good.
It’s freeing.
It’s life changing.
I promise, you haven’t lost too much time.
You’ve not gone to far from His love.
Nothing is wrong with you.
You are beautifully and fearfully made!
God loves you.
He really does.
He is not like man that He shall lie or tease us.
He keeps His promises.
He is a good Papa.
As a child and as a parent, there is nothing that can separate you from the love of this Father!
All “men” are broken.
We all need a little mending.
Allow Him to heal your heart.
Allow Him to touch the hidden painful parts you tell no one about.
He knows.
He cares.
He made you.
He knows every hair on your head.
Don’t you think He cares for what happens to you?
Of course He does.
Give all the burdens to your Heavenly Dad.
He can hold as many bags as you’ve got.
You’ve got places to go!
People to see!
Lives to impact!
You cannot take that baggage with you.
You cannot take the self hatred with you.
Look in the mirror and see what He sees, His son.
His daughter.
In you, He is well pleased.
Receive that.
Breathe it in.
Let go of everything else.
If you want to heal through journal format, my book, “Light Up the Darkness: Reclaiming Your Voice” will help.
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From personal experience, the path from living defined by pain to embracing promise is transformative yet challenging. Holding onto trauma can become a protective shield, but over time, it weighs heavily on one’s spirit and hinders true growth. The author’s reflections resonate deeply with me, especially the metaphor of carrying heavy baggage versus setting it down. I remember when I first faced my own trauma, it felt impossible to separate myself from it—it was part of my identity. But when I began to trust in a higher power and seek support beyond myself, I encountered a new sense of freedom. Letting go doesn't mean forgetting or minimizing what happened, but rather choosing not to let these experiences dictate your worth or future. Trusting God, or any faith-based source of strength, provides a foundation of hope and reassurance—knowing that forgiveness and renewal are possible even when self-doubt or past mistakes cloud your vision. This full dependency on spiritual support changed my perspective from isolation and fear to connection and courage. I agree with the author’s point that society often stigmatizes dependency, yet healthy reliance on faith offers liberation and healing. It's also vital to allow yourself time and grace in this journey. Healing requires patience and the acceptance that setbacks may come, but the promise of peace and restored identity is worth every step. Embracing one’s original wholeness, as beautifully emphasized, invites us to see ourselves through the eyes of love and acceptance rather than pain or labels. Ultimately, sharing this kind of personal growth story helps remind those walking similar paths that they are not alone. It encourages opening up about hidden wounds and finding a community or spiritual connection to uplift and guide you forward. In my healing experience, the power of faith and the support from others were essential in transforming pain into a promise—offering new purpose and joy.
