I have talked to people who lost their homes in a fire and one thing they all say is that since they lost everything, they have no choice but to rebuild from the ground up. Of course, they do lose their pictures and special items that can’t be replaced but for the most part everything is new again and life goes on.
Maybe that’s what God tries to do for us when the fires come in our lives. He wants to wipe everything away and have us start new. The memories are still there but only either to help us not make the same mistakes again or to give us a richer, deeper perspective on life.
Rising from the ashes takes strength and courage and it’s best not to do it alone. Trust me, it is powerful when the transformation happens! As we begin this new year, may the Lord help you to leave behind the “fires” that hindered you in 2024 and rise up in 2025.
Blessings, Cindy J
Footprints of Hope 