Psalms 40:1-3 NIV — I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in him.

This week I have shared with you how I have been slowly digging out of the dark pit I recently found myself in. It is inevitable that at certain times of life, we all find ourselves walking through valleys and sometimes we fall into a dark pit. The important takeaway is that we don’t remain in the dark pit and that we find a way to dig out of the darkness. My final tip that has helped me is to intentionally look for Godwinks. If you are unfamiliar with this word, take a moment to read this article titled What’s a Godwink.

I believe God is always sending us affirmations and signs of hope, but you and I must be willing to receive. We must have our eyes, ears, hearts, and minds open so we don’t miss all the opportunities we have to “see” God. Looking for Godwinks helped me dig out of the slimy pit. Godwinks have given me hope and have helped “set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.”

My experience of digging out of darkness: 

Step 1: Cry out to God and read the Bible

Step 2: Connect and share with others

Step 3: Daily gratitude practice

Step 4: Move

Step 5: Look for Godwinks

Let’s pray. Dear Master, thank You for all the Godwinks You send my way. May I be open to receive Your mercy and grace. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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