I know some negative people will not like this blog. However, it’s a free world and as such, I’m entitled to my space.individual tale; as sadness, regret, bitterness and anger continue their feast
on those left to mourn the casualties.
I imagine you could be horrified and worried now. Don’t be; and don’t feel sorry for me
either as that will hurt my feelings.
I use to hide my status but not anymore. I’m tired of
hiding, of playing safe, of seeking to be loved and accepted. Someone said, “Your
status will find you out.” And they’re right. Here I am, with my face unmasked.
My wife and some other positive people in my life have greatly encouraged me to speak out using this platform.
When I got infected, I was terrified beyond measure.
Something like this had never happened in my family. Secretly, I
vowed to infect others and change
their fortunes too. Isn’t that mean and wicked? Shouldn’t people like me
be prosecuted and exterminated? Well, I have no control over any one’s views about
me. I know what and who I am. I’m not vengeful nor acting out of anger. I could
have, but I’ve gained richer perspectives by hanging out with other positive people and seeing the big
picture with them.
details. Many negative people relish bad news and often misinterpret simple events as they endlessly seek to know the whys of both mindless and well orchestrated occurrences.
Mine has a sour-sweet tinge.
me of me. My eyes were opened that day and I knew good and of course, pure evil. My
nakedness became real, almost tangible. Do I regret it? NEVER!! In fact, the
shocking reality is that I didn’t get what I truly deserved, after years of
unfettered madness.
I didn’t see it coming but God did. It’s like He planned
the entire thing to get my fullest attention. My downfall was set before
Him. Now, I’m stuck here, thinking about how it all happened and wondering
how many more could be hit today.
I recently told a friend I now introduce myself as a farmer. He didn’t know why. I didn’t volunteer much info either. Sometimes I’m so afraid of spreading my seeds and pursuing my agenda to the end because I dread the stigmatization, the shame, the
insults, the hate emails, the negative comments, the deafening silence of close friends and family who once shared secrets with me, their look of
ignominy and disgust. These things literally kill me
off just thinking of them alone. But the truth is coming out here; I’m
positive.
they quickly learn how best to make their remaining years count and have fun in the
process. This has been my experience. I’m doing what I do today because my days are numbered.
people. Great hope that assures new beginnings. Yes, positive people may live in
the awareness of the imminence of death; but they’ve lost their fear
and respect for it. I Know I have.
I’m positive, not with HIV. My virus is the precious
love of Jesus and no medication cures this. My positive status is a progressive work of grace anchored on faith in the finished work of Christ. My confession here
is meant to appreciate my Lord Jesus for His mercy and publicize His great
love. I’ll spread it everywhere and hope more people catch it.
I’ve seen that personal contact
is best though accidents do happen. Whichever way works, I’m sure someone will get it today. Your views about negative people will change when you get
infected with the real thing.
virus in a number of ways. I’ve been thinking about that for a while and welcome your perspectives on it.
carries a stigma. Can we say same of Christianity? The Way, as
it was known 2000years ago has always attracted negative reactions from people outside its path. Should our positive status in Christ in this 21st Century elicit stigmatization? Is there any type of mockery that’s unacceptable?
say the same thing, “You’ll be hated by all men for Jesus’ sake.” (My paraphrase) How strong is your positive status for Christ and His global quest?
If you are reading this article and you are HIV
positive, I dare not appear cynical of your life challenges w
ith any comments here.
God forbid! Whatever your story, there’s hope for you. There are realms of joy
and peace your soul has never dreamt attainable in this present world. But they can only
be found in Jesus Christ. If you’ve looked in many places and couldn’t find the
warmth, love, care and understanding you deserve; please look to Jesus today.
He says, “…I will never turn away any one who comes
to me.” (John 6:37)
“Come to me, all of you who are tired from carrying
heavy loads and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
You may have heard all these lines before and they could sound like some stupid religious jargon. All the same, it’s my earnest prayer and hope that you find Jesus’ love in the next professing Christian you meet. His Spirit lives in humans and makes them test positive with
His love and life. He’s sent them with a message of hope and goodwill for all
peoples, regardless of their status.
Paul says, “Now
we look inside, and what we see is that anyone united with Jesus the Messiah gets a fresh
start, is created new. The old life is gone; a new life burgeons! Look at it!” (2Corinthians 5:17 The
Message my emphasis)
There’s
a place of comfort for you in Christ. Seek Him, get Him and rest in
His peace.
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