(Disclaimer: not a real tattoo, I’m a big baby lol)
A lotus flower has its roots in mud, at the bottom of streams & ponds. It grows through swampy, dirty water, in less than pleasant conditions. Yet, it still flourishes . . . even through the messiness.
“God is not in the business of leaving things broken & messy. He’s not a God that sees a hard situation, shrugs, and says, “I guess I’m not really sure what to do with this one.” He’s a God that brings life from death, beauty from ashes, hope from despair, light from darkness, & healing from the most broken, mixed up & messy situations.”
So let this be your reminder that when you look at yourself and see dirty, unforgivable, too complicated or complex. . . Friend, He sees that too and & He chooses you. Day in. Day out. He died for you. He likes you & He loves you. Your “complicated” doesn’t compromise His character. (< shoot read that again)
You’re chosen not considered. You’re treasured not tolerated. You’re not too messy. God can heal you & grow you at the same time.
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
John 10:10
Live in His love. Walk in His light. 𝙵𝚕𝚘𝚞𝚛𝚒𝚜𝚑.