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  I Love You, Goodbye By: Ray John Walking away from someone you love is one of the hardest decisions you can make. It feels unnatural, like tearing your own heart apart, but sometimes, it’s the only way to find peace. Today, I’m saying goodbye, not because I stopped loving you, but because staying will only hurt me more. I’ve chosen to leave for three reasons, and even though it breaks my heart, I know it’s what I need to do. 1. It’s Impossible I’ve tried to make this work in every way I know how, but no matter what I do, it feels like we’re standing on opposite sides of an uncrossable chasm. It’s not just about the things that don’t align between us—it’s the sense that no matter how much I hope or fight, nothing can bridge the gap. I love you, but love alone isn’t enough to overcome the impossibility of what we’re trying to create. It’s painful to admit, but holding on to something that was never meant to be will only prolong the heartache. 2. I’m Tired of Pitying My...
  What Weakens Me is My Sin. There’s a truth I can’t ignore: my greatest battles aren’t against the challenges life throws at me but against the sin within me. Sin isn’t just a bad choice or a moral failing; it’s a force that eats away at my strength, leaving me vulnerable and distant from God. It’s not always obvious at first—sometimes it disguises itself as comfort, pride, or even necessity—but it always leaves me weaker than before. When I give in to sin, I feel it deeply. It’s like a barrier goes up between me and God, cutting off the peace and assurance I desperately need. My heart becomes heavy, and my soul feels restless. It’s not just about what I’ve done—it’s about what I’ve lost: my closeness with God, my confidence in Him, and my ability to walk in the light He’s called me to. Sin doesn’t stop with my relationship with God; it spills into every part of my life. It makes me less patient, less loving, and less forgiving. It skews my perspective, making me focus on my...