Wow! That was a very true statement. How often do we try to hide the scars in our lives? How often do we try to paint a picture like everything is okay and has always been okay when, in fact, it's our scars that can be used to inspire others in ways that a "perfect" life never would be able to? Yet the scars in our lives, both emotional and physical, are safely hidden away. We sometimes think our scars show weakness or failure, but it's the exact opposite. Our scars are evidence not only that we are over-comers, but that Jesus showed up in our lives.
In the bible, John tells the story of how Thomas was not with the other disciples when Jesus visited them after the resurrection, so Thomas (who we know as "Doubting Thomas") said he would not believe it was Jesus unless he actually felt the scars. So when Jesus visited them again a week later, he told Thomas to feel the scars. Then He said, "Stop doubting and believe." Only then did Thomas believe it was really Jesus in their presence. (John 20:24-29)
Like Thomas, some people will not believe that Jesus can and will show up until they see your scars. They won't believe the miracles that have taken place until they see the proof. Our scars say, "He showed up for me!" No matter what type of scars you have, they are evidence of what He has done for you and is able to do for someone else too.
The very scars you may be trying to hide, may just be the scars that will make a believer out of the doubter. Someone else's breakthrough might just be behind your scars. When they see what God has done for you. When they see how you made it to the other side of your situation. When they see that you don't look like your story. They. Will. Believe.
Let me encourage you, don't be afraid to show your scars as proof that He was there.
Love Always,
Shy
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