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Amy Paige

No, I’m Not Okay – Thanks For Asking

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I really like that song that came out recently with lyrics that say “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” by the artist Plumb. A friend of mine disagreed whole-heartedly. This has been on my mind since then.

I say that because I’ve found myself lately feeling like a liar when friends or acquaintances ask how I am and I instinctively say, “Fine, how are you?” Sometimes I’m not AT ALL fine, but is church the right place to share personal trials, or complain because you’re just in a foul mood? I would rather encourage and be friendly at church. Also, you don’t want to share your intimate hurts with whoever happens to be friendly. Right? 

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The Hard Way is The Better Way

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I previously shared about Handling Confrontation With A Sister In Christ. Now I’d like to share my personal experience.

A few years ago, after a ladies Bible study meeting, I sent out a group text to the older/leader women on my thoughts of how the evening had gone. I urged a couple of them to speak up and share because they have so much knowledge and life experience that we can all learn from. . . but I didn’t include all of that information because it was a text. I shortened it and assumed everyone understood my thoughts.

Another lesson entirely should be on not texting your thoughts and feelings.

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