Heartbreak IS a blessing from God...

I've been thinking about the quote I posted about heartbreak being a blessing from God...  I would have to say that I have been on the receiving end of this "blessing" twice in my life.  The first time in high school when I liked a boy who was all wrong for me.  I didn't realize it at the time.  Hindsight is 20/20 which I can totally appreciate being a gal who's wore corrective eyewear since 1st grade.  


My second heartbreak...this I can only shake my head at.  I have finally came to terms with the fact that I played a role in this heartbreak.  Owning up to that took me about 5 years and lots of soul-searching.  It was easier just blaming him...but it wasn't the truth.  And you know what the Bible says...."The truth will set you free..."  Five years is along time to blame someone when I should've realized I played a part.


I honestly believe that having my heart broken and going through disappointing situations has helped me be more compassionate toward other hurting hearts.


Remember Joseph in the Bible.  At the very end when he revealed himself to his brothers, he told them -- Even though you meant it to harm me, God meant it (all the situations he went through) for good.  God is good.  His way is best.