Today I woke up “on the wrong side of the bed.” My thoughts were in a jumble, and I found it hard to think clearly or positively. I don’t know about you, but that’s not a good way for me to start the day.
Yesterday I encountered some tough things , and by the time I got home I felt a bit overwhelmed. Like a cloud of oppression had descended.
Obviously this isn’t the first time that I have felt this way. I don’t think any of us are immune, if we’re honest. The question is, where do we turn when faced with the feelings?
Well last night, it would have been good if instead of seeking the distraction if a movie, I would have sought the solace of being in the presence of God. It’s not that the movie was bad–only that I so desperately needed the Living Water to both cleanse and refresh my tattered soul. Nothing else can do that.
So today when I woke up still feeling the effects of the stain of yesterday, I turned to the only One Who can both cleanse me and make me whole. Why do I ever try to find relief anywhere else?
I have a God Who is right here, ready and willing to meet me exactly where I am. He says: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and carry heavy burdens,and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:28-29 NLT.
So that’s what I chose to do. Here is my heart’s cry to the only One who can truly heal:
“Heavenly Father, I come to You just as I am. I bring You the confusion and the sense of sadness. I give You my feelings of being overwhelmed, and the worry that I won’t be enough to meet the challenges that come my way. The truth is that on my own, I’m not enough. But You say: “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness. ” 2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV. Thank You for being enough for both of us. Thank You for Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Keep my eyes fixed on You today. Amen
