Nothing compares to the love of Christ

Before I experienced Christ, I was searching everywhere for a sense of contentment. Losing my father at a young age and having a strained relationship with my mother left me craving love from men, which led me into a downward spiral and made me a troubled teen for years. I changed boyfriends like changing clothes, but it only brought me more sorrow. I focused on proving myself by getting into better schools, and I did; I sought pride in getting better jobs, and I did; I tried to gain applause by traveling to many places, and I did. The list goes on.

But nothing compares to the love I have experienced in Christ. I am content in my soul, not because of what I have or what I have done, but simply because God loves me unconditionally. This love has saved me from all my fears and insecurities.

It gets better

It gets better. For the first time, I no longer need to search in this changing world for unchanging love and approval. This newfound assurance has restored my energy, empowering me to focus on living for my soul and becoming who God wants me to be. 

As Pete writes in his book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, the final step of the Ladder of Humility is Transformation into the Love of God. He says, “We are at home with ourselves.”

The phrase “at home” says everything in my heart! I can’t help but want to sing “No Longer Slaves”:
My fears are drowned in perfect love
You rescued me
So I could stand and say
I am a child of God

The contentment I find in God is the ultimate fulfillment for me. It is unconditional and unchanging, making it the greatest treasure I have discovered in life.