Welcome – a word that holds so much love and grace. It means that I don’t see what you’ve done, but rather, who you are. Here. Now. Welcome means to come and be. Share your heart, share you. It means to linger for a while.
Welcome is when homes are opened up, hearts are unbuttoned, and arms thrown wide.
Welcome is God’s love pouring out onto those around you. He welcomed the unloveable, the diseased, the needy. He welcomed us.
Help me to see what You see, hear what You hear, and feel what You feel – I want to welcome as You welcomed me.
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Christy says
Visiting from 5 Minute Friday…
I appreciated your definition of welcome, “a word that holds so much love and grace”. That’s absolutely it! Love and grace. You are accepted here. Thank you for sharing your thoughts today!
Christy
A Heartening Life – http://www.ahearteninglife.com
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Audra Marie says
I’m glad you enjoyed my post. Thanks for stopping by, Christy. 🙂
Marissa says
Your last little prayer has been my prayer for week as I long for a heart change that will pour out His love for all to see.
So glad you shared with FMF!
Marissa
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Audra Marie says
It’s a good prayer to have. Thanks for stopping by, Marissa. 🙂
Alissa says
Hey! Just stopping by from 5 Minute Friday. This post was lovely. Thank you for sharing!
Audra Marie says
Thank you, Alissa. And thanks for visiting. 🙂