I see you, 16 years old, scared, overwhelmed and carrying more than you should have to carry. You don't have the answers right now, and that's okay. GOD DOES and already is writing a story you cannot yet see. You are going to make a decision that feels impossible. One that stretches your heart in ways you can't understand. It will be a deep, aching, hole-in-your-heart kind of feeling. But hold on to your hope and have faith.
What you can't see right now is how God will redeem this story.
One day, you'll be able to look back and see God's hand and presence woven through every detail of your story. The people He placed around you, the timing and the quiet strength you didn't even realize He was giving you. None of it was random. None of it was outside of His care. He loves you!
One day you will see God's redemption and faithfulness throughout your life and you will stand in a moment, so full circle, that will be far beyond what you could have ever planned or imagined.
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (Isaiah 41:10)
Love,
Your Older Self
