refocus and delight

UNLESS. The past few weeks have been very challenging for me. I felt stuck on routines, relationships, and habits. In addition to this undesirable emotion, I felt the deepest pain of rejection inflicted by someone close to me. I was once again in my lowest low, in a dark pit that required a steep climb to see the light. In this trial, I didn't ask the Lord "why?" but "what do you want me to learn?" I gave myself permission to dwell on the pain. But only for a short time. As I began to process the reality of the event, I sought the Lord's wisdom in a way that I haven't done before.

It has been two weeks since God's gracious hand pulled me out of the pit. I almost gave up on upcoming church ministry events, fellowship gatherings, and meaningful relationships that are opportunities to serve others. It was just yesterday when I realized the answer to my question. This week, I received numerous calls from friends who are in need of a listening ear. As they shared their stories, I noted that most of them felt stuck. I could sense the pain of being in limbo, unable to make a decision because of fear and doubt.

Not deciding is to remain ---remain in misery, toxic relationships, unhealthy habits, addictions, damaging thoughts, self-doubt, distrust, jealousy, busyness with lack of margin, and the long list goes on. Unless. Unless...we seek His kingdom and His wisdom... read and apply His Word...give thanks to Him for all He has done and about to do in our lives...surrender our plans for each and every day to Him...to trust Him with all of our hearts and have the peace that passes all understanding.

Only with His peace that we can truly experience a calm in our mind and soothe to our soul. Take the God-directed step you have been holding back and experience the joy of letting go while trusting in His goodness and love. Break the chains that hinder you from walking in His purpose. Let faith fill your heart.