Where I Stand MatTers As Much As My Intentions

Not every environment is conducive to the presence of God. I’ve been of good intention on the wrong stage before. I didn’t beat myself up for it. I’m not a bad person, but I did have to re-evaluate my “where”. 

Some environments are so deliberately blocking the intention of the Holy Spirit that heavenly intuition doesn’t even feel welcome there.

Be careful. 

You’re wondering why you feel low, down, cloudy and suddenly unstable or insecure where you once felt confident, radiant and with peace. You might be in an environment where your ears and heart are being blocked from the very bridge between you and the Divine.

The atmosphere where you stand matters

Sure we have to let our light shine, but not everyone is interested in our light. (Trust me, I know.) You have the right and the spiritual responsibility to be in an atmosphere where you can be in the presence of the spirit that speaks to you.

I’ll say this. You carry love with you. When you release its peace into an atmosphere, you can be drained if your peace is falling on black hearts and deaf ears… swine. There is a such thing as taking back what’s yours and walking to a different space. There is nothing more vital then being in a space where you can truly hear. God is interested in getting to you... you’ve gotta be interested in making an atmosphere of true worship where He can reside. 

Where are you? Look around. Be honest. There’s nothing wrong with being a giver. Perhaps, checking who you’re giving to is useful.

Giving without exlectation vs. being wise about where you’re giving

You know? I always hear people say, “I gave, with out the expectation of receiving anything.” That’s kind of you. Your heart is in the right “place”. The issue is, where is your physical body? 

We are often just who we’re supposed to be, but standing in the wrong place. I’ve walked that road publicly. With that shaking, had to re-establish where my feet went. Perhaps God is trying to get your attention. Maybe He wants you to move. If you feel low, cloudy, insecure and suddenly confused, try moving your feet to a different location. You may very well be fully aware of your calling and just out of step with your path. I’ve included a prayer below for this dilemma.

You need more than good intentions

I will never forget a time I’d put my heart into something for a family member. I wanted so deeply to help them. I gave them the solution that, in my mind, was perfect. I KNEW they wouldn’t have LOVED my idea and it might even insulted them, but I was sure if they just used it, they would be better. I was forcing my perspective on them. Well, my plan went completely left and the person I loved so much ended up hurting me with their words. They were insulted, ashamed and not ready to hear. I was intrusive and without grace for their circumstance. Healing has to come with grace. I had good intentions, but
that wasn’t all I needed.

When I talked to my mother about it, she said, “Chrissy, you need more than good intentions.”

I was so embarrassed. I knew in my heart, immediately, that my ego was the driving force behind my giving. I didn’t consider the poison in the cure. I was so high off of knowing they’d have a solution to their problem but ignored how it would effect other parts of their life. It’s like stoning a friend who won’t leave a bad relationship when she’s concerned about how it will effect her children. We have to get out of looking from the outside and see how complicated things really can be for others. The inside. And we’re only human sk sometkmes

I’ve been of good intention but with a small minded, quick and incomplete solution. I’ve sang the right song on the wrong stage. I’ve given the right gift to the wrong guy. I didn’t beat myself up for it. I’m not a bad person, but I did have to re-evaluate my “where” and even my “who”. Your “where I stand” is as important as your “why I stand”, and your “before who I stand”. You need more than good intentions. Take a moment and ask God about your “where, who & why”. It’s an uncomfortable and complicated lesson but it’s changed my life and shapes my future. Like it was for me, I hope this was helpful for you. 

Let’s Pray

Dear God,

Today we thank you for a heart after you.

We know that you’ve said, your word is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path.

As we study your word and become inspired and convicted by it, we ask that you would show us where we belong in the earth.

We know that this world isn’t our end and that one day we’ll enjoy your un-ending presence forever. But while we’re here, make us useful. Lead us and guide us. Make our way clear and illuminate it.

Thanks God.

In Jesus’ name we pray,

Amen

All My Love,

CM