Wednesday, October 27, 2010

The Great Exchange

This past weekend was one of the most amazing times with the Lord and a group of women seeking healing and deep connection with God.  The Great Exchange weekends are based on Isaiah 61 and how God exchanges some of the most painful experiences, character defects and life issues into something beautiful.  As we worshiped, experienced God through healing exercises, and loving connection from one another, it was evident that there were miracles taking place in our midst.  We will never be the same again!  The Lord truly exchanged shame, fear, mourning, despair, wounds, disappointment, pride, self-protection, loneliness, bitterness & anger for His amazing love, peace and joy.  There were so many moments when I looked up to the heavens giving thanks to God that He would allow me the privilege of entering into another's pain.. that He would and they would trust me and those around them with their most intimate thoughts, longings; the deepest places of their heart.  
I am reminded once again that God's word is true - "NOTHING is impossible with Him" and 'all things truly work for the good to those that love Him' (my life verse in Ro 8:28).  Out of our brokenness, God brings great beauty that He might be glorified.  Out of our tragedy, He brings triumph and goodness!  Together, these 22 women and I are now exhibiting more of who we are in Christ and as it says in Isaiah 61 - He has given us:     
a crown of beauty for ashes,
   a joyous blessing instead of mourning,
      festive praise instead of despair.
   In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks
      that the Lord has planted for his own glory.


Our God is being glorified and we know that even greater things are yet to come!  Praise Him! 
The next Great Exchange weekend is being offered the last weekend of February - don' t miss out on your miracle!

1 comment:

Maureen Baugh said...

It was truly beautiful & amazing!