He called me by name
🪨 The stone was rolled away —
not just from the tomb, but from the
heavy places in my own heart.
I think back to the girl I used to be...
the one who tried to fix herself before
approaching God.
She hid.
She believed the lies whispered by shame,
fear, and not-enoughness.
She didn't know yet that 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 had already
made the first move.
But He did.
He left the 99 for me.
He knew my name even when I didn't believe
I was worth calling.
He saw me through the mirror, beyond the
tears, past every broken choice and deep
regret.
And now?
I know this:
𝐻𝑒 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑠 𝑚𝑒.
Not because of who l've become, but
because of who He is.
He didn't wait for me to get it together.
He met me right in the middle of my mess.
He's not afraid of graves.
He speaks life to them.
When I celebrate a risen Savior, I can’t help
but be reminded of how He pulled me from the miry clay—broken, lost, and sinking in shame.
He reached down into the mess I couldn’t
clean up on my own and set my feet upon
solid ground.
His resurrection isn’t just a story from long ago.
— 𝐼𝑡'𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑜𝑛 𝐼'𝑚 𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑙 ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒.
Still standing.
I celebrate the God who raised me from my
own grave.
The one who walked with me through dark seasons, through loss, through restoration,
through healing.
The one who continues to call me "daughter"
and draw me close.
Still lifting my hands toward Heaven,
whispering, “𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑘 𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝐽𝑒𝑠𝑢𝑠, 𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑑𝑖𝑑𝑛'𝑡
𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑣𝑒 ✞”
. . 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑛𝑒𝑖𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑑𝑖𝑑 𝐼.
In a world filled with shame and fear of not being enough, many struggle with self-identity and worth. This narrative resonates with those who have traversed similar paths, encountering feelings of inadequacy while trying to approach a higher calling. Recognizing that we don't need to have everything figured out before seeking divine love is essential. It speaks to the heart of personal struggle and spiritual awakening. Readers can find solace in knowing that they are loved unconditionally, regardless of their past or current circumstances. The story illustrates the act of accepting oneself, as well as the grace of being accepted by God, symbolizing hope and healing from the burdens that life presents. This message of resurrection and renewal stands as a beacon, encouraging others to embrace their journey and understand their profound worth in the eyes of the divine. This reflection also serves as a reminder that love often seeks out the broken, offering healing and restoration. As we learn to embrace who we are and acknowledge our weaknesses, we open our hearts to transformative experiences that can lead to deeper connections and a more fulfilling life. Celebrating personal victories and the journey of life empowers us to lift our hands in gratitude, no matter how challenging the road has been.