I’ve been given up on. I’ve been abused and neglected. I’ve seen things I would never wish on anyone and have used my circumstances as an excuse to be bitter and downright mean. I’ve made mistakes and said horrible things I wish I could take back and I’ve hurt people who don’t deserve it.
I’ve seen God change my heart and my mindset. He’s taken the pain I’ve experienced as well as the things I have done and used it for His good. Through the years He has turned that pain and bitterness into passion: Passion to show others to the healer of our soul. God can take our deepest pain -you know, the stuff that you hide from everyone- and slowly, make it not hurt so bad.
I’ve healed a lot in the few years that I’ve been saved and I’ve seen God perform miracles. He’s given me new names that have redefined who I am. I’m no longer unwanted but a daughter to two amazing people as well as a daughter to the King of Kings. I am no longer unworthy, but instead a wife to a wonderful man. Soon God may even add the title “mom.” Life is full of many new beginnings and I’ve learned to embrace them fully. I do that by remembering this one powerful truth:
Through it all I have learned that I am not defined by what I have done or how the world sees me.
Every trial and mistake is a testimony that leaves a path towards a new beginning. Out of the seven billion people on earth, God has people that can benefit from our mess ups and trials. Our testimonies always serve a purpose. 🙂
Shared by: Lovelle Gerth- Myers
Michele Morin says
January 9, 2017 at 7:22 amI’m so thankful for your testimony have having been re-named and for your discovery of the unimaginable love of God. Nothing is wasted when we put it in His hands!
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 9, 2017 at 4:29 pmThank you for your sweet words Michelle. It is so true. God wastes nothing. <3
Joanne Viola says
January 9, 2017 at 7:34 amI am so glad for your testimony and that you share it, bringing hope to many. Nothing gets to define us but our God, who truly can use all things to bring Him honor and glory. Every trial, every mistake, every pain can be the beginning of something new when we place it in His hands. Blessings to you!
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 9, 2017 at 4:31 pmThank you for the kind words Joanne! I’m glad my testimony can encourage you. Blessings to you as well <3
mary hegarty says
January 9, 2017 at 10:46 amDear Lovelle, Thank you for your words today. Such good thoughts to ponder as we go forward in life! One thing I’ve been wanting to tell you is that when I first learned of your adoption as Holley’s dear daughter, I was amazed anew at how God’s providence is always at work! I have been following Holley’s writings for some time, and when I learned about you coming into her life…..and your being such a wonderful writer as well…..it spoke of God’s providence in a huge way! Sometime back, I read a quotation (unknown source) that I think speaks to God’s providence: “God’s love is tailor-made to meet our needs and abilities.” Amen to that!!! God bless you. Continue to share your powerful insights with your readers. Along with your Mom’s articles, they bring much healing and hope to each reader’s heart. God bless you always.
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 9, 2017 at 4:33 pmMary, Thank you so much for your sweet words. They are a huge encouragement to me. I really needed it. I’m so glad our story can encourage you. The Lord is so faithful. I am constantly in awe of how he can take our deepest hurts and somehow knit them into a beautiful testimony of his love. Bless you. <3
Kim Evangelista says
January 9, 2017 at 4:15 pmThank you for this! I am thankful that God gives us new beginnings. I have to continue to keep in mind that when bad things happen in life, God can turn around and use those broken pieces for His glory.
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 9, 2017 at 4:34 pmThank you for your sweet words Kim. I am thankful for new beginnings as well. I may not know the whole point of the pain at first but I am thankful that I serve a God who will show me the purpose in His perfect timing. <3
Kathy Cheek, Devotions from the Heart says
January 9, 2017 at 4:17 pmI love that you share your story and how God has worked, and I pray it helps others who still struggle with the fallout of a painful past. Sometimes it is hard to let go of the hurt, and for most people it takes much longer than your experience, which is what is so beautiful about your testimony.
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 9, 2017 at 4:35 pmThank you for your sweet words Kathy. I hope my story can help someone as well. The Lord is faithful and wastes nothing… <3
rich jones says
January 9, 2017 at 5:18 pmthanks dear Lovelle i am so exited for the future for you and your future, as a survivor of very similar issues and pasts your words fill me with joy of where you are in life. Your words that come from a fellow understander of the past are so inspiring i need the tissues everytime i read your wonderful posts. I am so thrilled you have such a wonderful mum whom i also read and now husband . Please keep going on the path dear Lovelle your truly one awesome God blessed woman whos is very inspiring I am so very very exited for you and i know every word you speak or write is from the Lord himself
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 11, 2017 at 10:03 amRich Jones,
Thank you for your encouragement and sweet words. It feels good to know there is someone who understands the pain of abuse. The Lord is faithful through it all and his redemption is absolutely beautiful.
Megs says
January 10, 2017 at 9:50 amLovelle, This encouraged me today! Thank you for sharing! Sometimes I focus too much on the mistakes I’ve made and not enough on how much God loves me …
Happy Tuesday!
Megs
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 11, 2017 at 10:04 amMegs, I am so glad I could be an encouragement. I feel you. I do the same. Nothing can ever seperate us from God’s love. (Romans 8:31-39) How easy it is to forget that…
Becky Hastings says
January 10, 2017 at 12:00 pmIsn’t it amazing, how this God of all things can use what we think are our darkest moments to bring the brightest light? I love seeing how amazing He is. And that reminder is so needed today!
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 11, 2017 at 10:05 amBecky,
It truly is. <3 The Lord is faithful and wastes nothing…
Dawn Boyer says
January 10, 2017 at 7:48 pmWhat a treasure to share your heart of healing with the world, it is a needed dose of grace, Lovelle. May God continue to open that door for you to share His love like this. And thank you for a wonderful reminder that it is never too late. We need to be reminded of that often.
Blessings,
Dawn
Lovelle Gerth-Myers says
January 11, 2017 at 10:06 amThank you for your sweet words of encouragement Dawn. They mean so much especially in the season I am currently in…. <3