Stevie and I were walking in the frozen food section of a grocery store. It was apparent we were there on a mission because he was dressed as an apostle (white shirt with blue flowers). All of a sudden we saw Josh there and at first glance it looked like he was dressed as an apostle too but as we approached him we could see he was wearing a white shirt with gray dots. Like a counterfeit apostle. There was another man walking with him. I saw Josh and called out his name to greet him. He didn't see us or acted like he didn't. So then Stevie and I walked right in front of him. I extended my hand to give Josh a handshake and I said "praise the Lord, brother!" Josh looked incredibly ashamed, as if he wasn't supposed to be there in the frozen food section. The other man with him seemed to be in control and led him away.
Dreams often reflect our emotions, thoughts, and experiences, so interpreting them can provide insights into your inner world. Here are a few elements from your dream and possible meanings:
Setting - Frozen Food Section: The grocery store represents a place of nourishment and resources, while the frozen food section may symbolize feelings or aspects of yourself that are currently dormant or unaddressed. It could indicate a search for something fulfilling that might feel out of reach or unaccessible.
Stevie’s Apostolic Outfit: Stevie dressed as an apostle could represent guidance, spirituality, or support in your life. His attire suggests he embodies qualities like faith and purpose, indicating that you may seek guidance or wish to align yourself with deeper values.
Josh’s Appearance: Josh appearing as a "counterfeit apostle" in a white shirt with gray dots suggests feelings of authenticity versus inauthenticity. This aspect of the dream could reflect feelings about Josh in real life—perhaps a perceived lack of sincerity or a sense that he's not being true to himself or to you.
Interaction with Josh: Your greeting to Josh and his ashamed response indicate a potential unresolved conflict or feelings of disappointment regarding your relationship. His refusal to acknowledge your greeting may represent a barrier or distance between you, which could stem from past experiences or unresolved issues with him.
The Other Man: The man accompanying Josh could symbolize external influences or pressures in Josh’s life that may be causing him to act differently than you expect. This figure might also represent authority, control, or societal expectations that dictate behavior.
Overall Theme: The dream navigates themes of authenticity, connection, and emotional barriers. It may reflect your feelings toward relationships—particularly the importance of being genuine and how it affects interpersonal dynamics.
In conclusion, this dream may be prompting you to reflect on your perceptions of your relationships, particularly with Josh. It invites consideration of authenticity, the influence of external factors on personal connections, and the need to reconcile any distance or unexpressed feelings between you.