It had been 8 months since I moved down to Atlanta and I was on a roll! I was feeling better about myself and my circumstances. I was forming friendships and exploring the city. Work was going well. Things were good!
You see the week before I moved to Atlanta, God jump-started a healing process in me. So 8 months later, when life was better, I was certain that the healing process was complete and I could zoom into my destiny. (Dramatic I know.)
And then came a word from the Lord. LOL!
I was at my community group and a young woman shared that God was telling me "no drive-thru".
When she said it, I knew the word was from him. I was so ready to zoom through the healing process so I could get on with my life. I felt the healing was a waste of time, preventing me from reaching my goals. I am learning that - 1) healing is a part of my destiny, and 2) without healing I will never awaken to the true nature of God and walk with him into my kingdom purpose.
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Fast food at a drive-thru sits heavy on my stomach. I've learned to stay away from it. It looks, smells, and tastes so delicious; there's no palate substitute for butter, sugar, and carbs lol. But the lingering headache, heart palpitations, and nausea is not worth it!
Now when I am committed to eating balanced meals featuring whole grains, fruits, and veggies, I feel light, energized, and ready to take on the world!
Both meals satiate but only one really satisfies and fuels as designed.
I'll skip the drive-thru, travel to God's house, take a seat at his table, and delight in his all natural, home-cooked goodies. They truly satisfy my soul and prep me for righteous living. There's no substitute.