In less than a week, I turn 26. Instead of freaking out about the fact that I am one year closer to 30 and am starting to notice both wrinkles and gray hair (!!!), I decided to reflect on the past 26 years. So, here are my top 26 lessons of my 26 years (in no particular order)...
26. God is good, all the time.
25. I am precious, pursued, and deeply loved by the Creator of the universe.
24. Life will never be exactly (or at all!) what I expect.
23. Mental health "sick days" that include pancakes and pedicures are perfectly acceptable.
22. There is no person alive who will not disappoint me.
21. I can be a handyman and a spider-killer when I need to be.
20. There is nothing like being free to worship.
19. No one is beyond the grasp of grace.
18. Deep, intentional, soul-bearing friendship is like nothing else this side of heaven.
17. Learning is both a privilege and a responsibility.
16. Used cars are money pits.
15. It's ok to ask for help.
14. The combination of a good cry, Ben & Jerry's, and time with the Lord are the best solutions for life in this world (Although I'd recommend switching to FroYo after graduating from college).
13. My parents were right about a whole lot more than I thought at the time (except the Titanic thing - you know what I mean!)
12. Taking a big, blind risk is not always reckless - sometimes it becomes a defining moment and a chance to know God better.
11. Foil and microwaves do not mix.
10. Listening to the still, small Voice often means tuning out everyone else's...even the ones that seem wise.
9. Some days, you just have to dance.
8. Truth is not relative.
7. Love is not optional.
6. Sometimes, relationships are only meant to be for a season.
5. Always carry an umbrella, a hairbrush, and an extra pair of shoes.
4. God's timing is certainly not mine.
3. Prayer transforms circumstances, situations and hearts.
2. My mistakes can't undo His grace.
1. I have learned that the trials, heartaches, disappointments, and surprises of my life have eternal purpose...even if I can't see it now.
1 comment:
These are great truths!
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