It is quite interesting what the word sister(ing) means. If you take a look at what comes up when you Google it one of the first definitions is "The reinforcement of a structural member by nailing or attaching a stronger piece to a weaker one". I first heard this term at a ladies conference where a sweet friend and our pastor's wife at the time put together a wonderful lesson on being exactly what that definition says. Lately I have been so burdened over how many ladies seem to be broken in spirit. We are all facing so many challenges every day. As women we strive to be what it is that other's expect or need. Many times we feel empty. We put aside the one thing that is vital to us remaining strong and capable. That one thing is Jesus! 1 Thessalonians 5:11 tells us to encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing (ESV). Ladies we have to find a way to lift each other up when we see that one of us is down. Whether we do that through prayer, fasting, serving, relieving, driving, babysitting, crying together, or sharing in moments of laughter and great joy! We must stand in the gap! We need to pull together inside and outside our church homes. If we see the opportunity to address something in truth and love we should pray and ask God to give us the words to do that. That their hearts would be willing to receive it. There will be times that we are called to do something outside of our comfort zone. Are we ready to step out in faith and do that? Will we be obedient? Let's come together like we never have before sisters. We only need to be willing to do it! God will help us with the rest. We will not always know or understand the circumstances but, as sisters in Christ we are called to love in truth. We can be bold! We can be fearless as we proclaim the word to those we care about. Pray continually- please share your thoughts with me. I would love to pray with you or for you! Be encouraged as we do this together...hand in hand! Amen!
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Brenda Sutton
5/25/2016 12:52:13 pm
That was such a word for today's mother's and ladie's in general. Awesome on time word. Love you my sister in Christ. God is using you in a profound way. Keep your eyes on him!
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Shelly
5/28/2016 01:24:52 pm
I had trouble viewing this when you first posted it, but am so glad I was able to finally read it. This is so true! Every study you read or every psychologist you hear will tell you that women need other women..they need social interaction...they need to bond... they need to talk, to cry, to laugh. For those of us who are married our husbands are not equipped to fully support and provide on all levels of our emotional, complex selves! Ladies..bottom line is we need Christ and we need each other love, prayer and support. Sistering...let's do it!
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