If you could go back in time and grab your younger self by the shoulders, looking her square in the eye, what advice would you give her?
Knowing then what you know now?
My team has taken the challenge!
In anticipation of the Sept. 13 luncheon and the Mother/Daughter retreat , we’ve started a blog series entitled “Dear Younger Me…” Each post features three pieces of wisdom that one of KGM’s team members would share with her younger self. (In case you missed the first one!)
Today, I want to introduce you to Melissa!
Melissa has a passion to reach women who would never step foot in a church. She’s not afraid of getting a little messy as she walks alongside women during life’s challenges. Her desire is for each woman to know that she is worthy, loved, and that nothing she can do will ever separate her from the love of Jesus.
Currently, Melissa serves as KGM’s Social Media Director. She’s an event speaker and writer. We love her and are blessed to have her on our team!
If I Knew THEN what I Know NOW
One of the quotes I love to tell my Dad is, “The older I get the wiser you become.” Often when I am facing times of uncertainty, he is the first phone call I make. If only I had listened to his advice while I was growing up.
Over the years, I have gleaned some wisdom of my own through life’s many lessons. If I had a chance to sit down with my young, vibrant 20-something self, here are a few things I would share.
- Everyone has an opinion, but only a handful of them truly matter. Learn the difference and hold your trusted ones close. They are priceless.
The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. Proverbs 15:31
- Forgiveness is the first step to healing. Forgiving someone doesn’t mean you approve of what took place. Instead, you refuse to allow that offense or offender to have any more of your time and energy. When you stop focusing on the offense and the offender, you are able to focus on yourself and the true healing begins.
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32
- Spending time in God’s Word each morning is more precious than gold. Seek the very One who created you. Learn who He is and who He says you are. That’s the secret to finding perfect peace.
How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! Proverbs 16:16
One last thing…One of the most important days of your life will be the day you truly understand God’s mercy and grace. When you do, spread it like wildfire!
Mother/Daughter Retreat!
LUNCHEON RETURNS: SEPTEMBER 13th!
OH NO… IT’S MY MOTHER!
Looking to Your Past to Change Your Future
Speaker: Dr. Michelle Deering,
Mother/Daughter Relationship Consultant