this is joy

I don't know if I know much about a lot of things. In fact, I know that I have much to learn... and today, I was able to see things like I've never seen them before. It's funny how prayer brings clarity and perspective to all that we doubt or find confusing. Not only prayer, but the sweet whisper of Jesus, brings so much calm and enlightenment.. Due to the fact that I am sensitive, I often notice the little things people do - both good and bad. Today I found myself confronted by a couple of fears about what people thought of me.. Sometimes when people aren't sensitive, they say and do things that can be very hurtful. To make matters worse, when we feel hurt, we can often say things to ourselves that are untrue.
Today I was reminded that no matter what people say, or how we perceive their words or actions, it's so important to go to Jesus to bring truth and light into the situation. He reminded me that I will always be swayed by opinions, feelings, hear-say etc unless I bring things to Him. He is steadfast and He won't waiver.. I need Him to tell me what the truth is because there are so many opinions; it can be very hard to choose who to listen to. As soon as I begin asking myself, "who is right" I get so confused because there's so many different perspectives. One thing I do know is that God is not only right, He is the source of right. He is the source of peace, truth, hope and love. His answers are sure, stable and true. Today Jesus reminded me of the things he has told me, which made the comments of the people I encountered and the feelings I had - virtually irrelevant. It's amazing how hurt, misunderstanding and lies can bounce off of His grace and love! What a feeling of freedom to know that no matter what someone says, or how they treat you, it can't change what Jesus has done, and what He has spoken to you!!! What a powerful feeling.. that in my weakness, insecurity and doubt, HE speaks to the core of my being, and brings truth and freedom - and in that, there is so much strength and peace.. It makes me so happy to know that His truth is higher. That is a fact. So much of what we consider truth is formulated by our own paradigms and beliefs... But His truth lasts forever, and is firmer than the foundations of the earth! It's so amazing to carry this truth in my heart.. no one can argue it, debate it or take it away from me. It's mine and it's His.. He gives truth to me, and I will treasure it every time He gives me more.. I can't help but sigh at His amazing love and grace.. He is so good.. and I am so glad that there is one person in the world who completely understands me and won't ever treat me carelessly... Jesus.. You are SO wonderful - how You fill my heart with JOY!