The Hole of Approval

The Hole of Approval is another well we tend to dig. It runs dry every time and we dig and dig more holes seeking more approval...from others.

"A key to weaning ourselves from the Hole of Approval is to focus on the one opinion that matters. Throughout the New Testament, God tells believers how He sees us. The hard part, because of all of our baggage from the past, is to believe the truth. Little things called emotions keep getting in our way. We can't trust our feelings. we have to take God at His Word: We are reconciled to God as new creations. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

That was the piece I read from The Well AFTER writing this in my book project, Biker Blood. In this chapter titled "Bloodline", I tell of how the writing of my story took a huge turn. It happened while reading a chapter of Joel Osteen's book, "Become a Better You". While reading the third chapter, "The Power of Your Bloodline", the Lord spoke to me through it. From that point on, God's Spirit has taken over in the writing of my book.

"Bloodline" - "It was interesting how my mind began arguing with the words I read in this book. How easily we believe those internal lies. How embedded the past becomes. It forms us. Defines us.

How difficult it is to believe the truth about ourselves. God’s truth.

Okay, here is the statement that rocked me… When I read these words in his book, it completely changed the way I defined my identity. - “Granted, you may have to OVERCOME some negative elements in your family’s natural bloodline, but always remember your spiritual bloodline is MORE POWERFUL than your natural bloodline. You have been handpicked by Almighty God. You have His royal blood flowing through your veins. You have been chosen.” 

God took hold of me in that moment and gave me 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new"

Repeatedly in this chapter, the author kept saying, “It’s in your blood.” Your lot in life is to be a victor and not a victim.  God has planned all your days for good, not evil. This reminded me of the Scripture given to me the night I met Jesus, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans for good, not for evil; plans for a future and a hope.”  Jeremiah 29:11"

The two writings from my chapter and The Well both spoke the same thing. Holy Spirit consumed me!!!
Lord, I am in awe of you always! Knowing and hearing your whispers and echoes is all the reassurance and encouragement I need. I am your sparkling jewel and feel your glory tonight. Thank you for answering so many prayers!

I praise your name Jesus as I tell of what you've done!