These shoes represent a new belief that I could learn something on my “never” list. As a severe asthmatic since childhood, running was just not an option. I loved other activities but running was for “real athletes”. Here’s the harsh reality: 3 years ago, I could not run in place for 20 seconds. As ALWAYS, God delights in our “I could never attitude”! He is the author of all things new-new strength, new power, & (most of all) a new perspective. This was a private battle of endurance for me with hundreds of needy (desperate?) prayers for help from Jesus. My favorite accountability partner/ENCOURAGER Brian rejoiced over all 1,200 miles (literally) w/ me! Our friends, Mike & Dara, have built their business on empowering people!! These old running shoes are being retired to my own Neverland!! @pastorbriangfisher @brcnuge @brazosrunningco #WhatsyourNever? #icantbelievethisdaycame #ifIcanUcantrustme � — with Michael Nugent, Dara Tolson Nugent, Brian G. Fisher and Brazos Running Company.
The Old Has Gone
2 Corinthians 5:17 is too good to skim-it deserves pulling apart! “BEHOLD” never means a glance-it always means look carefully & thankfully at the glory of God’s handiwork. “IF” can be translated “because” or “since”. The rest of this verse can be built around this word-if you are in Christ through faith, then “NEW” is your name! That power word “NEW” is here twice & the word “OLD” only once. (I like that!
👍🏼) What’s our takeaway? Today, take time to see God’s gift -a complete salvation designed to highlight God’s huge ability to create life out of death. Let Him do new things in your heart, your life, & your relationships. He wants to make all things new for you! #2corinthians5 #new#notold #behold #jesus #bible
Sandblasted?
My friend @ann_huffines gave me this great reminder . Notice the pearl is sitting on a piece of sandpaper. There’s practically no way to miss this message: A pearl is only shiny after it’s been refined, sandblasted, & polished to its designed purpose. Beauty only comes with exfoliation. Are you going thru some sandblasting? Take heart-your trial is not designed to harm you but to help you. Ask God to help you. He wants the world to see you the way He does-complete & beautiful! #pearl #refinery #pain#hope #god #flashthosepearlywhites 
❤️ — with Ann Gray Huffines.
