When a smell brings the whole memory back

2 Corinthians 12:9

Christ's grace is sufficient, and His power is made perfect in weakness.

When a smell brings the whole memory back. There is usually more happening here than the obvious problem. There is a difference between acknowledging reality and surrendering your identity to it. One is wisdom. The other is captivity. Healing does not require pretending it did not hurt. Jesus Christ can meet you in the wound without letting the wound become your identity. Bring the real problem to Jesus Christ, not the polished version. He already knows what is underneath.

What story are you attaching to this situation that Jesus Christ never said about you?

Jesus, interrupt whatever is automatic in me that does not look like Your truth. Give me a clear mind, a guarded heart, and the courage to do the next faithful thing. Amen.

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