Growing Pains

The title says it all...I am currently experiencing growing pains and in the midst of growing I'm discovering places in me that I didn't even know existed, good and bad. Dealing with spirits left and right...the spirit of depression, low self esteem, bitterness, jealousy and failure. Taking one step forward and getting knocked back five steps. Not only am I experiencing all the above...this is my season to walk alone so I feel like no one gets me or what I'm going through. In the midst of it all, I am growing, spiritually. Learning that I have no other choice but to trust HIM. In the Word and praying daily, learning to seek his face, getting a Re ma word every Tues and Sun and tithing-trying to consistly. Couldn't ask for a better spiritual journey but this natural thing sucks. Trying to get Ashley back, so this week: no R&B or Rap, no facebook, no twitter,and no phone period. As of right now none of the above until Sat. Why Sat? That will be the next time I'll be around ppl. Total isolation. Just me, Cloud and God! And of course, my thoughts: iN mY hEAd! (I'm sure this will be a blogging week).

Ps. I am okay, just being stretched and purged! Just pray for me!
Thanks!

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