Shattered Dreams, Masterpiece in the Making
The past year and a half have been a tumultuous journey, filled with unexpected twists and turns. My life, once a beautiful, delicate vase, lay shattered on the floor, its fragments scattered everywhere. The sudden loss of my job, poor health, and other challenges had left me feeling lost and broken.
A Glimmer of Hope
As I pondered my situation, my gaze fell upon a cross hanging next to my fireplace. It was a mosaic, crafted from three or four different pieces of broken china or pottery, carefully arranged and held together by plaster of Paris. The artist had seen beauty in the brokenness, envisioning a new creation from the discarded fragments.
A Lesson in Redemption
This cross reminded me of Jesus’ words to his disciples after feeding the multitudes with just a few loaves and fish. “Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted” (John 6:12). With Christ as my guide, I began to see that even the shattered remnants of my life could be transformed into something new and beautiful.
The Master Potter at Work
As I surrendered my brokenness to Him, I felt His Spirit at work, plastering the fragments of my experiences together, making me stronger and more resilient than before. I realized that every piece of my life, no matter how broken or useless it seemed, was being repurposed for His glory and my benefit.
A New Creation
Through this journey, I have drawn closer to God, humbled my pride, and learned to lean on the generosity of others. Most importantly, I have come to know anew that He is always with me, guiding me through the darkest of times. Nothing is wasted; every experience is an opportunity for growth and transformation.
A Heartfelt Prayer
Thank you, Lord, for seeing the potential in each experience and using it to Your glory and my benefit. As You gather the pieces of what I once had and begin to mold them into my future, I am grateful for Your presence and guidance. Amen.
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