Like most folks, I struggle to remain optimistic in the face of disappointment, heartbreak and challenges. While I am learning to rely more on SPIRIT and less on my own ability, I notice with a sigh that the higher I get, the more trouble I see. “Is this as good as it gets,” I wonder?
The truth is that the Christian journey is fraught with difficulty. The idea that life on this side of glory will be difficult is not make believe. IT IS A PROMISE.
I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world. John 16:33
The good news is that if we commit ourselves to growing in the SPIRIT, we will face these challenges with POWER that will enable us to triumph: come what may.
Triumphing, though can take many forms. Sometimes, triumphing does not mean an immediate removal of an obstacle. Rather, to triumph can take the form of a paradigm shift.
This week, I hit upon an interesting point that did wonders for my outlook.
When challenges abound and prayers seem to go unanswered, don’t abandon your Spiritual practices. Instead, turn your focus inward. Why? When you switch your attention away from your problem and direct it towards improving yourself, you unlock Spirit Power. Once this GOD Power is released miracles will happen. I am a witness.
This concept of “an imprisoned GOD” represents a paradigm shift for me. When I am confronted with financial difficulty, discord in my personal relationships or missed opportunities, I MUST NOT give up. Instead, I should look within. ALL REFORM BEGINS WITH SELF.
Instead of simply asking for relief, ask God to show you the things within yourself that need to be righted. Once you receive your marching orders, get busy working on these things with Joy and Rejoicing.
You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit--fruit that will remain--so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you. John 15:16
Help is on the way, darling. It is a promise.
