I used to have this mindset towards my problems- “if I pretend that it’s not happening, then that means it’s not happening “
And in a way, doing that distracted me from the problem. Delusion. I just acted as though it didn’t happen, pushing all the pain, hurt and sadness into a black hole.
I struggled.
When I re started my walk with God, I still did that instead of talking to him about it. I came to him in prayer acting as though nothing was wrong. I pushed all the emotions of pain to a corner and I never mentioned it to God. After all, God is all knowing and he knows what’s wrong. And if he knows what’s wrong, he’d fix it.
I wasn’t at peace. I pretended to be at peace. Then one day, he led me to a verse of scripture; Philippians 4: 6-7
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
It was then I realized that it is until when I have told God what I need and thanked him for what he has done, is when I can truly have peace. A peace that passeth all understanding in fact. It won’t automatically appear. Ignoring my needs and hiding under the guise of “God knows what I want so why bother?” cannot bring me any form of peace whatsoever. It’s just me ignoring things and being delusional with a sprinkle of panic whenever I remember what is bothering me.
God wants us to come before him and lay our heart bare. He is a loving father. He wants to hear you speak to him about any, and everything.
No filters. Come with all the ugly tears and seemingly little things and big things. Thank him for all he has done, and that’s when you’ll have real peace. The peace that mind cannot comprehend. A joy that’s un-snatchable
This week, lay your heart bare before God and let him know all that’s on your mind. Be grateful for how far God has brought you and stay excited for where is taking you.
All my love and the love of Jesus,
Iyanu, the great.
Music I’m currently loving
🍃 Ji by anendlessocean ( I have a song review on my Instagram. You should check it out here:)
🍃 Cock & bull by Prinx Emmanuel. This song is SOMETHING!
🍃 Psalm 23 (I Am Not Alone) by people and songs. Love it so much🥹. The reassurance! God is good.
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Podcast things
📍Listen to my latest podcast episode featuring @tohmeewrites here
📣New podcast episode tomorrow morning ✨
Have an amazing week beloved of God🫶🏾
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This is so profound and timely, thank you.