Many
of you are familiar with Tyler Perry’s fictional character, called “Madea.” Madea is quick to not only stand up for
herself but get even in an “over-the-top way.” Although she is often vindictive in
nature and despite the way the character goes about it, she stands for what's
right and has a nurturing, caring side. Over the past year, I've
been having a few “Madea Moments.” Recently, they've been more frequent
than I would have liked. Therefore, I had to take pause and ask Love what
was going on.
First, let me explain what I mean by a “Madea Moment.”
It's when someone decides to give you unsolicited advice or feels too
comfortable to speak to you on a subject about your life where they have very
little to no insight or knowledge. Their words may even, for
whatever reason, provoke a “Madea” sounding voice to rise from the depths of
your soul...You don't know me!
Love confirmed my initial thoughts...
Juli, you're right. They don't know
you;
But I do!
Most of the people I have met and have fellowship with are not aware that I've...
·
Had 4
near death experiences, all before the age of 14. Finally, properly identified, actively
addressed, and evicted the fear of death in 2012.
·
Had
my mother to die prematurely at the age of 38.
During the funeral as they began reading my mother’s obituary, my father
fell in my lap and I comforted him, me being only 13.
·
Held
my 9 year old brother in my arms after his best friend died right in front of
him, me being only 17.
·
Been
emotionally, mentally, physically, sexually, spiritually, and verbally abused
by many of the ones who were chosen by God to love and protect me; yet failed
to do so because of their own internal conflict, pain, and unresolved issues.
·
Had
an abortion at the age of 23 and finally got free from the aftermath effects in
2012–approximately 20 years later.
·
Had another
unexpected pregnancy, delivered two premature children and still must resist
the temptation to carry the false guilt of their pain.
·
Had my
closest cousin commit suicide knowing full well if it had not been for God, she
would have been joining me or vice versa.
·
Been
pursuing purpose at The Instruction of The Lord since 1998, moved away from my
family support system in 2004, just to have my father die in 2011 from
complications of an illness he knew had invaded his body prior to me moving
away; but he never told me.
·
Been
in close fellowship with people who have worked behind the scenes to prevent my
progress in life which for me is betrayal at the highest degree.
Now please understand, I'm not looking for pity because I am
not what I’ve been through. However,
these experiences have greatly influenced my intensity and passion for living
life. Therefore, the purpose of this
piece of work is to sound the alarm of prejudging the present actions of a
person prior to hearing and appreciating parts of their story. When you
seek to understand the “why” (reasons) behind the “what” (actions), The
Compassion of God may just open your eyes to see him or her from His Divine
Perspective instead of your limited view. Therefore...
·
Instead
of passing judgment, ask God for the spirit of discernment or a word of
knowledge that would empower you to effectively PRAY for their salvation,
deliverance, preservation, and total freedom.
·
Instead
of internally criticizing, seek Love for words that would bring comfort and
strength; and
·
Most
importantly, before saying one word, ask God to use your mouth as an instrument
to speak words that will edify, encourage, uplift, and minister grace (divine
empowerment).
In closing, for You “Silent Sufferers,” forgive them for
sometimes they really don't know what they are saying (Luke 23:34). Always remember
Our Heavenly Father is intimately aware of what it’s like for you to be you as
well as the amazing progress you've already made (Hebrews 4:15). Therefore, live
to please Him and never ever again live to prove anything to anyone else.1 Continued Peace and Abundant Grace...
1.
Morris,
Robert. Pastor. Sermon.
From Dream To Destiny–#8: The Pardon Test. Gateway Church; Dallas, TX. 2003.
© 2013 Julianne Pearson
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Julianne Pearson is an Author, Relationship Strategist, Speaker and Trainer. She is the Co-Founder of the LĪVE! movement, a speaking, training and coaching organization committed to developing extraordinary people, families, and businesses. Through her books, seminars and training workshop sessions, she empowers her readers and listeners to rise up to their first level of consciousness in order to advance the Kingdom of God on this earth.
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