Scanning through my social media feed, the images of other lives are appealing. They feature sunsets in faraway places and meals prepared with culinary flair. Several posts offer insights on living life well or how to bounce back when we don’t.

But a recent experience gave me a unique perspective on what I choose not to share with the masses.

As an alternate juror for a trial, I received the court’s instructions. And yet, the most challenging task for my extrovert soul was not talking about the case with any other soul.

Over a 3-week period, as the tragic details of the case unfolded, at times I let my tears do the talking. But there was one place where I could reveal my thoughts freely without breaking any rules. It was in the presence of God.

“I long, yes, I faint with longing to enter the courts of the Lord. With my whole being, body and soul, I will shout joyfully to the living God” (Psalms 84:2 NLT).

“My whole being, body and soul,” might be a bit much to stuff into a pin on Pinterest.  But every facet of my life – from what I grasp to what I may never understand – is never too much for God.

Click here to read more about My Beautiful Unposted Life. It’s featured this week on the (in)courage blog.

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