STORIES WRITTEN ON THE FLOOR 2025 CREATED & WRITTEN BY MELISSA BOSS

Yes!! “For the word of God is living and effective and sharper than any double-edged sword, penetrating as far as the separation of soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12

“This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 N.L.T. The instant this scripture was released over my life last year in my ministry course, it became alive. It became real and active in that moment! I had no idea that my family and my life was going to be flipped upside down and change forever. I was not prepared for what happened next.

God answered a prayer in my life, but this time it looked entirely different than what I expected. I was praying my will for years wondering why I never experienced Matthew 11:28 until now. I was striving and praying literally day in and day out for peace but unfortunately in my own strength. I was convinced that my works would get me to Gods peace, but I was wrong. God simply wanted me to let go of control and he wanted a relationship with me. I did not know how this would unfold in the end. Truthfully, I was exhausted and just barely holding on to Hope. Trusting the Lord was a long process for me. I thought abuse, defeat, disappointment, and abandonment were normal. Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” N.I.V. The truth was my life was very heavily burdened that left me depressed, anxious and even hopeless at times. I attended all the meetings and therapy. I went to church 3 times a week. I received regular prayer ministry. I even completed 12 step programs and lead small groups. I was deceived and confused. I was stuck in self. I did not know I was anchored down by my childhood trauma instead of by the one who saved me. I felt stuck in my own dysfunction of codependency in all of my relationships. I was holding onto a marriage that God had shut a door on. To say I was devastated was an understatement. I was determined to pray myself literally to death to control the outcome. It did not work. But finally, I gave in. I let go and let God have my marriage, my children and my soul. This is what happened next:

When God spoke, I suddenly was not afraid. It was the first time in my life. This happened the night before we left him. I had a supernatural courage that I can’t even explain to you. This power of God allowed me to face serious hardships that night. These events will mark me and my children forever. God provided for me and my little’s in so many supernatural ways. I lost count. He is a God of details, and everything unfolded beautifully in his hands. He blessed us, protected us, and he covered us with his feathers. (Psalm 91). We laughed until we not anymore for what seemed like the first time together in a long time. I can’t make this stuff up. It has to told. God is good in the good, the bad and the ugly. We were in between homes and shelters. We were starting our lives completely over. If it was not for what Jesus did for me, I would not have made it last year.

“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” Genesis 50:20 N.I.V.

BUT GOD. Today, I am proud to say I am free from self-hate. I have a relationship with the LORD. I am a graduate this year. I completed a college level Christian leadership Institute Certification program. I have two beautiful children that love the Lord and are sensitive to the Holy Spirit. We live tucked away on the highest mountain in the nation. I am now capable of being obedient to what God has called me to do to advance his kingdom. I will share. I will write. I will obey the Lord in all my ways. I’m not perfect and I’m okay with me today. I let go of my will. I pray let his will be done in my life.

Beautifully Broken Collection 2025

Written by Melissa Boss