Friday, August 8, 2008

Janis & Jesus

Constant: something that does not or can not change or vary.

unceasing, continuing without pause or letup; continual, faithful, unswerving in love, devotion ; steadfast, firm in mind or purpose, resolute;


This clearly directs me to how God is the only thing that is constant. That is the closest way I could every try and depict God. So many times I am let down by people or I let people down. I am trying to find the balance in my life where I will not look to others to satisfy my needs. This is such an enormous lesson I am trying to grasp, after years of feeling alone, let down or just not appreciated, I am looking for self worth, love and peace in my daily life and a closer more trusting relationship with God. I guess it comes down to being on the discovery of God's character.




I was watching a biography on Janis Joplin and the struggles she had that led her to problems with heroine and alcohol, eventually leading to her death. How she never felt accepted or fully wanted. A woman with such talent and ambition, the queen of rock n roll, can struggle with self esteem, never fitting in the mold her family expected of her, the notion that she was never good enough for everyone. She once said that she makes love to thousands on stage every night, but goes home alone. Everyone wants a constant in their life. There is a drive in every human looking for fulfillment and understanding, the peace in their hearts knowing they are fully adored and accepted how they are. I really wish people could see clearly the love and acceptance that is there for them without the nonsense of religion that we as humans have made.


Rambling done!
I swear!

2 comments:

Unknown said...

There is NOTHING more satisfying than realizing God's Love for us! Charlotte! I'm so glad reading of your revelations. Man, i feel like talking for hours about God and the World with you. It's really like you described, I try to satisfy my needs through people and the only results are letdowns for everyone... That makes God much more valuable to me and humans divine. Aw I Love God! The Only thing that really matters is God and his Love for us. How can i forget that so fast!?

Paisley said...

"I really wish people could see clearly the love and acceptance that is there for them without the nonsense of religion that we as humans have made." I seriously love that. What a great entry.