"This is the time in your life when you must learn to let go; of loved ones, of possessions, of control. In order to let go of something that is precious to you, you need to rest in My Presence, where you are complete. Take time to bask in the Light of My Love. As you relax more and more, your grasping hand gradually opens up, releasing your prized possession into My care."
- Sarah Young, Jesus Calling
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bkpRIx7jMp4
How does an OCD, type A personality learn to let things go? Not very easily. Sometimes letting go is fearful. There are all kinds of fears. As women we worry about what people will think of our messy home, how will they respond when our children are less than gracious, would people really accept us if we were brutally honest about our pain and struggles. What about God? Do we really trust Him enough with our most prized posessions? our relationships? our children? our future? our hopes and dreams?
Letting go can be scary. However it can also be seen as wonderfully liberating. Imagine saying, "I don't want to be in charge anymore and I give you control." Intimidating, frightening- yes. But what a peace that comes with that release.
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