One of the beautiful things that add colour to life is relationship;
our relationships with family, friends, colleagues, generally, the people we
come across. Our relationships become even more worthwhile when we commit
ourselves and trust ourselves; what an excitement it is when we love.
But unfortunately, within the walls of relationships, our trust and
commitments are been abused.
The thoughts of a child…
I loved you,
I trusted you;
I felt safe
in your arms,
I gave you
those bright eyes and beautiful smile to show that I appreciated and valued our
relationship.
Whenever you
came around, I gave you open arms and laughed at every tickle.
How would I
have known you would do wrong to my body?
Why did you
throw my love to the dogs?
Why did you
smash my trust on the walls?
For my trust
and love…
You robbed
me of my pride;
My
confidence;
My Joy;
My dreams
and Hopes;
I even
stopped loving myself…
“Sexual Abuse is a betrayal of a
relationship that was once trustworthy. And real healing can only take place in
the context of a relationship that is again safe, understanding and trustworthy”
(Dan Gottlieb).
Have you
been abused, or you know one who has been abused, there’s one relationship I
can guarantee; it’s very safe, and healing lies therein; that relationship is
with Jesus. Just take that first step of having a love life with Jesus; He will
lead you through the process of healing and, eventually liberation. For others
out there, don’t abuse the trust and love others have shown you… SHOW THEM LOVE
TOO; build a relationship that is safe.
