So, today in my social work/group work class, we had an icebreaker activity that was "what is your deepest fear?"
Well, I will freely admit that I fear people not liking me and letting others down. This has actually been a rough month in that family members have experienced heartache that I dearly, dearly wish I could fix. Deepest fear realized.
Others in the group shared their fears, and my heart was touched. Now, you must realize that a good number of the group members have addictive histories.
One person revealed that he was worried that his fiance, who he loves and adores, will leave him and realize what a loser he is.
Another said that she has a deep fear that someone will break into her house and kill her. I actually have that fear also.
The one that struck me the most was this...he said that he was afraid of going to hell.
Now, from what I know of this person, he has made some bad choices. But, none so bad that he would go to hell....I know that, but he doesnt.
Imagine having the real belief that you are such a bad person that you are doomed to hell. I really wanted to go up to him, hug him, and bear my testimony that the Atonement makes it possible to make up for our bad choices. That Heavenly Father loves us so much that He provided the way, a Savior who suffered his sins already, and like the picture, waits for him to unlock the door.
This class experience has opened my eyes and heart. I am learning to judge less. Listen more. And look at others for the amazing strides that they are making to a new life!
Well, I will freely admit that I fear people not liking me and letting others down. This has actually been a rough month in that family members have experienced heartache that I dearly, dearly wish I could fix. Deepest fear realized.
Others in the group shared their fears, and my heart was touched. Now, you must realize that a good number of the group members have addictive histories.
One person revealed that he was worried that his fiance, who he loves and adores, will leave him and realize what a loser he is.
Another said that she has a deep fear that someone will break into her house and kill her. I actually have that fear also.
The one that struck me the most was this...he said that he was afraid of going to hell.
Now, from what I know of this person, he has made some bad choices. But, none so bad that he would go to hell....I know that, but he doesnt.
Imagine having the real belief that you are such a bad person that you are doomed to hell. I really wanted to go up to him, hug him, and bear my testimony that the Atonement makes it possible to make up for our bad choices. That Heavenly Father loves us so much that He provided the way, a Savior who suffered his sins already, and like the picture, waits for him to unlock the door.
This class experience has opened my eyes and heart. I am learning to judge less. Listen more. And look at others for the amazing strides that they are making to a new life!
6 comments:
Wow. I think that is the first time I've heard someone actually afraid of going to hell. That is sad. I hope someday someone (if not you) will be able to bear testimony to him and that his heart will be ready to listen and he will be able to have that fear taken away. What an interesting class. As for you my dear. You are loved by more people than you know!!
There are some wonderful people out there who desperately need to know the Savior loves them! Thanks for the reminder Kellie, I'm going to look at others a little different today. People are attracted to you Kellie because you genuinely love and care about them. You are one of my favorite people!
Great post Kellie! It's always good to be reminded to be careful how we judge. Everyone has a story.
Kell....thank you for this one!
I love that you don't have a fear of people, that you can go into food city, love the food and the people! I love how you don't fear getting up on fast Sunday, share your testimony and give an awesome prayer that is SO sincere. I love that you don't fear going back to school. I love that you don't fear going out w/o make-up, yet still look like a star. Maybe you are afraid of some of these, but you don't show it, and admire that. You are a wonderful person, you are a wonderful missionary, you are a wonderful friend.
This is such a good post and great reminder of how fortunate we are to have the knowledge of our Savior and know of his atonement for us. Thanks!
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