Life is hard. I doubt that anyone will argue that. We all experience pain and loss. We all have stress at work, stress in interpersonal relationships, and even stress at church. Some have major health issues, a haunting past, or difficulties with accomplishing the simplest of tasks. We fight to find more time in a day to do more, be more, and get more. We all have limits, and many of us are unable, or unwilling to enforce the limits that we do have. We are stressed out, worn out, and fed up. So, what can we do?
We are generally quick to pick up the phone and call a friend to seek wisdom and guidance. Most of us usually find a friend or two to share with. We talk about how difficult things are. We vent. Why is that we are so quick to pick up the phone, but sometimes we have to be reminded to get on our knees?
Scripture teaches that we should cast all our anxieties on Him. It also teaches that God will never forsake us or leave us. It teaches that He can make a way out for us, when it seems that there isn’t hope at all. Scripture teaches that all things are possible for those who are in Him. It tells us that God cares for us. It tells us that we should bring everything before our Lord in prayer. So, why is it so difficult to take our problems to the Father more freely?
I am not saying that talking with a friend is a bad thing; in fact, I think that it is a great thing. God sends us people to bless our lives, and we should not only utilize that gift, we need to remember to be thankful for it. I am simply saying that we have a protector, advocate, friend, and all-powerful Father who wants us to look to Him and depend on Him. He cares for us. Do we trust Him enough to share our struggles and concerns with the ONE who can help us the most?
This week, I have challenged myself to pray more, and vent less. Will you join me?
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