Thankful Thursday ~ Honesty

“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” ~ (John 16:33 ESV)

Couple weeks ago I shared about ‘Being Real‘; this issue is very important to me, so I pick it up again.

Currently I am reading the book “Plan B” by pastor Pete Wilson (Cross Point Church/Nashville). I am so thankful that there are pastors out there that don’t mind being honest; sharing their own struggles walking by faith.

Many think that followers of Christ don’t have problems; all is hunky-dory. Well, I think not. We have the same struggles as people who do not believe in Christ and His resurrection. The only difference is that we have communities (churches) that help us go through the rough spots in life. I know I have asked many times “why”; I may not get the answer I like, but I know that at the end all works out for the good…

If you need a little ‘pick-me-up’, I recommend Pete Wilson’s book. It is written with honesty and down to earth talk. Too bad I don’t live in Nashville :)…But then again, I also have pastors that are real and share their struggles. Thank you Lord for surrounding us with pastors that are not afraid of being honest with their congregations.

What are you thankful for this week, my friends? Please do share with us by leaving a link to your Thankful Thursday post below.

Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: struggles today will define us for tomorrow.

Love & peace,
Iris

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10. A Gratitude List @Edwards Granddaughter
11. Jessica @ By Grace Alone
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13. Carol @ Aliisa’s Letter
14. Inspirations from Phather Phil – Thankful Thursday: Bountiful Mercies
15. When my heart is overwhelmed…
16. The Southern Fried Bride
17. Heather@Becoming A Titus 2 Woman
18. Lisa Maria
19. Not Just Any Road
20. Mary
21. God’s Perfect Promises
22. Lindsay
23. We May Fail
24. Gen@SimplyCornish

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Thankful Thursday ~ Honesty

“Whoever gives an honest answer kisses the lips.”
~ Proverbs 24:26 (ESV)

Sorry ladies that I am a little late tonight – was looking for a dress for our anniversary, without success *sigh*. Why do they not sell dresses at a place you can afford, but sell dresses in places that your budget is not cut out for…I wonder…

So, I better get started with my short Thankful post tonight (still got to cook dinner for my beloved…)

Honesty – what a wonderful word. God is real honest with us – even when His honesty is hurtful sometimes…So, this week I am thankful for honesty and honest people…

  • Lord, thank You that I am able to come to with an honest heart. That I can pour out all my tiredness, fears, confusions. I love when I am honest to You, You always seem to give me an answer in one way or another…
  • Lord, I am thankful that when I confess my sin with an honest heart, You forgive me…
  • I am thankful that I can be honest with my husband. When I am hurting emotionally, he listens – that is HUGE to me…
  • I am thankful for friends that are honest with me. If I mess up something that they let me know that I have messed up — in a loving way…
  • …and I am thankful that they forgive me too…
  • I am thankful that I can be honest with my readers here at Sting my Heart. I do not have it (life) always together. But you don’t mind if I write what is on my heart. Although I go to my Lord with most of my issues, it sometimes is good to just type it out…
  • I am thankful for honest merchants and clerks…

What are you thankful for this week? Would you care to share? If you have written your own Thankful post, please link up below. But like I had mentioned last week, please make sure you link to your blog or your Thankful Thursday post. Mr. Linky sometimes keeps information from your previous link-up, so it drops in the information automatically. Thank you…

Also, please keep your eyes open for a giveaway next week. My beloved and I will celebrate our 25th anniversary on May 20th. I thought it would be nice if you celebrated with us – celebrate marriage 🙂 .

Thank you for stopping by tonight/today. And remember the passage from above “Whoever gives an honest answer kisses the lips”…Be blessed today and always.

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1. Lynn (Spiritually Unequal Marriage)
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34. Tracy @ Thirsty for Him
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