“The path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.” (Proverbs 4:18)
Have you ever been hurt by a critical person—someone who discouraged you just as you were beginning your walk with God?
Sadly, many of us have.
For me, the most painful wounds came from those closest to my table. The very people I still serve by the powerful grace of God. And that is only possible because I am deeply, not completely, aware of my own heart: selfish at times, arrogant at other times, quick to seek justice but slow to sacrifice, and constantly in need of mercy. Remembering this forces me to fold my pride and forgive in the same way I long to be forgiven.
I want to gently remind you of something important:
accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior—being born again—does not look the same for everyone. It is a deeply personal and unique experience.
What we do all have in common is this truth:
God will never leave us. Not even once.
Whether we feel Him or not, He is there.
He is present when we fall.
He is patient—long-suffering with His children.
And when He disciplines us, it is always out of love.
His correction is meant to teach our hearts how not to hurt ourselves again, or others, and to keep shaping us into His likeness—toward our ultimate Father, who is perfect.
Perfection is the destination, not the requirement for today.
Some days our walk resembles that light of dawn, clearly growing brighter.
But if some days our steps don’t seem like progress, we can yet TODAY pause, repent, and begin again. Because even tomorrow isn’t guaranteed, we can be faithful on the little steps today with gratitude, because from Him comes our strength and power to do so.
For the One who loved us with His very life will never abandon us.
We are loved—even when we don’t feel it.
Isn’t that good news?
With love 🤍
your sister Day
V31 Ministry 