Has a minister ever hurt you?

[n david]

Originally Posted by Sister Alvear

How did you get over it? Do you still hurt...are there scars...did it bring about anything good?

Just thought we might help each other....please do not bash those that hurt you but tell us what helped you overcome.

Yes, been hurt before. Wasn't the first time and likely not the last time. I tend to be too trusting and open.

The only way over this is thru forgiveness; understanding that humans are not perfect and there is and will always be flesh and sin that causes conflict and pain.

There have been, and likely will always be moments when I'm reminded of that past and wince from the hurt it caused. Even with forgiveness and moving forward, there are scars.

Incredibly, however, the worst time of my life brought the best of my life. After a long season of hurt, God brought me thru better and stronger than before. I'm in a better place than I was. I've become wiser and have learned through this experience that while leaders and friends fail you ... God will never fail; He'll never leave; He'll never forsake.

It was that time of my life that brought me closer to God ... and I'm thankful for it.