LARRAPY Convos – Blog 72: Restoring Lost Dreams Without Idolizing Them

Introduction:

Dreams deferred can leave deep scars. But many fall into the trap of idolizing the dream itself — making success or recognition the true god of their heart. Restoring dreams the right way means reclaiming vision without replacing God.

In False Gods Among Us, I explain how to dream again — without falling into old traps.

Main Points:

• Godly Dreams Point Back to Him: They glorify God, not just the dreamer.

• Dreams Must Serve, Not Rule: A dream that enslaves your heart is no longer a blessing.

• Waiting Seasons Purify Dreams: Delays often refine our motives and vision.

• Some Dreams Must Die to Be Resurrected Rightly: God's timing and design are better than ours.

Practical Tips for Restoring Dreams Wisely:

• Ask: "Does this dream honor God or only build my image?"

• Surrender dreams daily, trusting God's wisdom.

• Embrace seasons of hidden preparation.

• Celebrate the journey, not just the destination.

🧠 Mental Health Commentary:

Unresolved grief over lost dreams can create depression, hopelessness, and bitterness. Therapy often focuses on reframing loss, rekindling hope, and shifting focus from outcome obsession to purpose living.

✝️ Spiritual Reflection:

John 12:24 teaches, "Unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds." Sometimes death is the pathway to multiplication.

🌍 Cultural Commentary:

Today’s culture pressures individuals to chase dreams relentlessly — even at the cost of faith, health, or family. Restoring dreams under God's authority is a radical act of trust.

Conclusion:

Your dreams matter — but they must bow to the Dream-Giver. In His hands, even dead dreams resurrect with greater glory.

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