I felt so blessed to spend my birthday night with a dear friend Jenny and at the TWLOHA speaking event. Jamie started TWLOHA years ago but it didn't start out as a cause. It all started from a burden to accept an invitation to go help a stranger. His random act of kindness sparked a friendship that changed a girl's life, who then allowed him to share her story. It started as a simple blog posted on the internet then it was a tag line to simply check out a blog on the web which turned into a message being heard around the world. I felt a joy to learn Jamie is a Christian who has full faith in God and that he is leading his life.
I believe in the message of TWLOHA. It's so simple yet most people can't...just love others! Relationships are hard but they are worth it! I first heard of TWLOHA while randomly surfing the net 1 1/2 years ago. I watched the video about the cause and it sparked something in my heart. I realized I had nothing to be ashamed of...I use to be a cutter who turned to drugs/alcohol and sex when the pain I held onto for 24 years couldn't be numbed anymore. I traded one addiction for another. Renee's message made me feel empowered to release the shame I carried for so many years.
I began a journey that has taken years to walk through with God's help. I am not ashamed of what I have been through...this was hard for some of my closest friends to understand. So, they walked away and I let them go! I can't be ashamed of what God wants me to do and that is to have a voice. I am to help others to let them release the pain they hold onto, show them God is loving, forgiving, merciful and a healer!
If I remained silent the world would never know what God has done for me and through me. I may be judged and lose friends on earth which has and will cause me pain but my rewards will come in Heaven!
Know that your story, your voice is important and should be heard! Never be ashamed...God loves you unconditionally!!!
Much love!
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