You're not alone

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt all alone? You’re facing so many things that you feel no one could understand what you’re going thru. I’ve been there numerous times. A lot of those times, I handled the situation incorrectly. When we get into a rut like that, it’s easy to withdraw from our friends and family. Sometimes we even withdraw from God. But that’s the opposite of what we should do. If God had intended for us to struggle thru life all alone, He wouldn’t have put 6+ billion other people on the planet. Maybe it’s embarrassment that keeps us away. It could be a feeling of failure or disgrace or anger. Whatever the reason, withdrawing does not lead to healing and spiritual health. I know for me, sometimes I feel like “the preacher” has to have it all together so I can’t share my problems with others. No one can know. If they did, I wouldn’t be effective as a pastor any longer. Of course that’s a total, flat-out lie. I don’t have it all together. I probably have more issues than anyone in the church. And even though it’s hard sometimes, the best way for me to work my way thru a struggle is to confide in a friend. Turn to God in prayer. Open the Psalms and start reading the encouraging words of David. And believe with all my heart that “He will never leave me nor forsake me”. This time of year, it’s common for folks to get what is called “the holiday blues”. If you find yourself struggling, don’t withdraw. Don’t recede into a dark room and pull the blinds. Get out. Go for a walk. Call a friend. Talk to Jesus. No matter what you’re facing, He understands. You are not alone. He is with you.

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