In the middle of a discussion, at times intense, at times superficially jovial, I found myself under a microscope. At least one around the circle has shared what they thought my motives might be. I know from experience; it feels good to be affirmed through this process. Equally, when one’s intent is described by another and it is not accurate, emotions arrive as an uninvited flood. The overwhelming push of uninvited emotions battling with the desire of one’s heart.
One cannot always control the outcome of the battle within. With fresh reminders from the struggle still healing around my heart, I find myself using Whisper reminders as guides to what comes next.
The words and actions of others do not define one’s desires. I own my desires. I have Divine gifted freedom to shape and express my desires in any way I choose. There are consequences which come with this. I am accountable for what I express and why. Whispers remind me of my responsibility to choose and be intentional in the actions which follow.
Others may disagree with our desires. Our desires may threaten or compete with theirs. With endless agendas, rationale, and reasons, how others react to our desires is on their watch. It is important to take note and respond where appropriate, however one does not need to respond to every action someone else takes. In the situation recently, without getting confrontational, I was clear on the difference of how someone described the desires of my heart and the intent I knew was within. In moving to the positive, I embraced the journey of ownership and accountability.
With an excited heart filled with desires, it is natural to want to invite others to share in the journey! We can dance with the psalmist again, “My mouth is filled with God’s praise. Let everything living bless him, bless his holy name from now to eternity!” (Psalm 145.21). This is not, for me, a dance of one. It is a celebration of caring, kindness, and a better future.
Come, join me on life’s dance floor.
