Currently, I am writing up teaching plans to train in the prophetic. As I do, God reminds me of stories that highlight the varied ways He speaks to us.
I write them up as best I can. Some are quirky, others show I simply did not know He was speaking, while others cause me to stand back in awe that He will move through me! Actually, I’m in a constant state of surprise at that last statement.
The stories are fun and serve as clarity to highlight a concept in the prophetic as I train others.
We all have these stories. Taken collectively, they make up a testimony, a witness of who God is.
In the legal system, we provide testimony to support a case, to prove a contention. Through cross-examination, we hopefully achieve clarity (although in real legal cases it sadly does not work that way). And then through re-examination, the original contention reasserts, and hopefully a clear picture of truth emerges.
This process is healthy. To question and examine is wise. Through the testimony, or the retelling of stories over a long period, we understand the nature, or character of the person we are testifying to, and from a collection of recounts a picture emerges, so that when mystery remains around occurrences we cannot explain, our understanding of who (or Who) we are examining is unshaken.
It is in this process that I remain secure. In times of doubt, I rest and recount my own stories. I remind myself of what has occurred in the past. Happenings I witnessed firsthand, so many that I simply cannot land anywhere but with the belief that God exists and that He is indeed good.
For this girl, who grew up in an agnostic/atheist home, raised by an Assoc. Professor of Philosophy with an Oxford Doctorate in Symbolic logic, knowing that I have witnessed a God who exists (and He is good) is the foundation upon which everything else stands or falls. No-one can deny my experience of Him and His goodness any more. Years of relationship provide me with certainty.
That being said, when I first came to Faith I sought reason and logic to examine my belief that Jesus Christ died and rose from the dead. The objective evidence of historical accounts found even outside the Christian Bible provides a compelling case (beyond reasonable doubt). In summing up the objective evidence, I held tight to the seemingly illogical decision to hold to my Christian faith.
I then turned to my experience of Him. Gleaned over near 30 years, I have now witnessed too much to ignore.
It is in this place I now stand, with testimonies aplenty.
Simply put, it does not require us to turn off our brain to step into the place of Faith, and to remain there regardless of circumstance.
And so, regardless of logic, regardless of the external historical evidence, my faith now demands a retelling of His goodness in my life, and this allows me to hold firm to the truth that He not only exists, but that He is indeed good.
© Beth Kennedy 2021
God meets us where we are in his goodness to us..Although we may have logic fist, he loves our relationship with him that births many personal testimonies. He is so good!!!!
Yes He is good! The testimonies were there in the very early days… I just did not see them until I looked 🙈🤣😊
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Have you ever thought of offering 1 on 1 mentoring?
Yes… I do 😊
I’ve just started stepping into that space. Is it something that would interest you?
Yes! I’ve been keen for a while, just never thought to ask!
Could you share the details please?
Oh have a look at the button on training opportunities. Fill out the form indicating interest and I’ll respond. Where are you located?
Will do. I am in Port Macquarie, NSW.
Brilliant I’ll get in touch ♥️
No rush my end, but just wanted to let you know that I filled out the form a few days ago, just incase you didn’t receive the info on your end. 🙂
I’m so sorry I meant to respond yesterday. I just literally said to my husband I need to complete your email ♥️♥️ I’ll email today. Would you like to join us online tonight for soaking group at 8-9.30? Also if you are on Facebook please request to join sitting at the feet of the father ♥️
Thank you, for I needed this.
You’re welcome. Cheeky to ask, so if you don’t have time don’t feel obliged to respond, what did you like about it? ♥️🙈🥰
You reminded me to remember my own testimonies of God’s goodness when I am doubtful or fearful of what may or may not happen. Thank you and God bless.
Oh brilliant thank you. It’s the only way I got through many challenging times. Thank you for clarification of why. That helps me ♥️
You are very welcome 🙂
This is quite profound. Thank you
Thank you for reading and taking the time to comment
Thank you for sharing
Truly awesome. Love what you are doing. Blessings to you.
Thank you 😊 and thank you for reading 🙌♥️