No shame, no guilt, only the rainbow

The simple truth, nobody deserves to be abused, no, not one person.

Everyone has choices to make- do you want fries or tater tots, ice cream or yogurt, save money or spend it, beat someone (drastic) or not, scream and yell (what...you can't hear me?!) or be calm and address a situation (peace), the choice is up to the individual.

Abusers alone are responsible for the abusive acts, nobody else. Women who are beaten by use of force or name calling or other forms- know, that it's not your fault. The abuser chose his acts and you shouldn't carry the weight of his  brutal force.

"Shame is one of those fiery darts that attacks your identity. Guilt says, I've done some bad where as shame says, I am bad." (June Hunt, Biblical Counselor).

Shame vs. Guilt, which one are you? Hopefully, you said "neither one!"

Psalm 25:3 says "no one whose hope is in you [God] will ever be put to shame but they will be put to shame who are treacherous without excuse."

They speaks volumes and I hope this lifts your spirit today knowing that you are not identified by shame or guilt- that is NOT your name. Scripture says it best, put your hope in God- He will never make you feel shameful- He loves you so much!

Isaiah 58:11 "The Lord will guide you always, he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose water never fail."

Believe in the Lord with all your heart and taken action. With the fabulous decisions you are making now and each day forward, you are about to see some exciting changes. I am excited for you!

Dig deep within your heart and find brooks of living waters- they will gush from your inner self. It's amazing when you find this glory, everything changes.

I hope you are empowered today and know, it does get better from here forward. It does not happen overnight, but over time. Be safe and know that you are worthy of all good things- look for the rainbow.