May Synchroblog
Glenn, at re-dreaming the dream has a synchroblog today and I thought I’d give this a try. Here is his idea for May.
Since our stories can have a profound impact upon one another, I thought I would ask you a little about the latest chapter of your story.
So, for the May synchroblog, I am going to keep it simple and real. I hope you will join in. Let’s post May 5th. Please, remember to link back here. Anybody can join in!
- How are you doing?
- What are you doing?
- What are you learning?
- What are you dreaming about?
Grace & Peace
How are you doing?
It depends on which part of my life you mean. 
I’m doing really well in some areas. I am struggling in others. As a mom, I’m struggling because of some of the difficulties my children are going through. But as a child of God, I’m really learning and growing. I can see areas in my life that I’m finally feeling free in! And, of course, there are areas I know I need to grow up in.
What are you doing?
We are working on becoming a part of a new church. For us, this is a challenge, and is bringing up many emotions that stem from an abusive church we were a part of for years. We have had so many changes in our mindset in the past few years, and we have learned so much. We don’t want to go back into the box. One of our biggest struggles is how to deal with “controlling” people. Yesterday we were ‘controlled’ by a woman at church, and it was a palpable thing. It wasn’t just a difference of opinion… it was manipulation and control and we could taste it! After living under control in a church, we aren’t able to look at it objectively right now. It makes us think twice about whether or not we are too damaged to be a part of a church again right now.
What are you learning?
Wow. A lot! I’m learning that the gospel is simplicity. I’m learning that the Love of God is unconditional. I don’t have to perform to be loved and accepted by Him. I’m also learning that I cannot make life perfect for my children, and that is one really hard lesson!
What are you dreaming about?
A community of believers who love Jesus, and love each other. I am tired of white-washed religion, and I want a place where people are “real.” I don’t care so much anymore what it ‘looks like’.
Blessings!
Heidi
Others who are participating in this synchroblog
Glenn Hager at re-dreaming the dream: Feeling Free
Alan at The Assembling of the Church: You are here
Terra Rose at In The Garden: May Synchro Blog
Mike at Simply a Night Owl: Lost or Found (Depends on your view): May Synchroblog
Sarah at accidental blog: Glenn’s May Synchroblog
Erin at Decompressing Faith: My Turn
Lyn at beyond the four walls: Your Turn: May Synchroblog
Barb at A Former Leader’s Journey: May Synchroblog - One Year Checkup
Kathy at the carnival in my head: it stinks down here, but i really love the smell
Jeromy at A Mending Shift: Our Story - Chapter 10
Jeff at Losing My Religion: Re-Thinking Church: Mile Marker Reflections
Rachel at Just Something I Was Thinking About… : Synchroblog
