Thursday, February 24, 2011
Marinate
Marinate in God's Word until it permeates your entire being. Then you'll have a right perspective regarding your circumstances and your actions and reactions will stem from that place.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Burdens…Share and Bear
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. -- Gal 6:2
We are told to bear one another’s burdens, but how can we do so if the “other” doesn’t share the burden with us?
Recently, I’ve been struggling with something difficult. I didn’t share with others how difficult it has been. It just seemed like my issues were so insignificant next to those who are facing loss of a loved one, cancer, a spouse who left them, etc. So, I just went on suffering alone. And then some loving, caring members of the Body of Christ broke through my defenses and somehow I found myself sharing with them. Suddenly, several people were praying with me and for me. Despite no change in my circumstances, I began to feel better.
The next day, when one of them came up to give me a hug and ask how I was, I braced myself for the onslaught of tears that I was sure was coming. Instead, the verse that says “His mercies are new every morning” came to mind. I was able to smile and thoroughly enjoy my day.
The power of prayer, when two or more are gathered, is nothing short of miraculous. I want to encourage you to share whatever is troubling you. God cares about all the details of your life and your Christian brothers and sisters are ready and willing to share your load.
And on the flip side, when you see someone hurting, a seemingly small gesture – a hug, a smile, a phone call, a card, or a prayer – can be huge. Touch someone’s life for Christ today.
We are told to bear one another’s burdens, but how can we do so if the “other” doesn’t share the burden with us?
Recently, I’ve been struggling with something difficult. I didn’t share with others how difficult it has been. It just seemed like my issues were so insignificant next to those who are facing loss of a loved one, cancer, a spouse who left them, etc. So, I just went on suffering alone. And then some loving, caring members of the Body of Christ broke through my defenses and somehow I found myself sharing with them. Suddenly, several people were praying with me and for me. Despite no change in my circumstances, I began to feel better.
The next day, when one of them came up to give me a hug and ask how I was, I braced myself for the onslaught of tears that I was sure was coming. Instead, the verse that says “His mercies are new every morning” came to mind. I was able to smile and thoroughly enjoy my day.
The power of prayer, when two or more are gathered, is nothing short of miraculous. I want to encourage you to share whatever is troubling you. God cares about all the details of your life and your Christian brothers and sisters are ready and willing to share your load.
And on the flip side, when you see someone hurting, a seemingly small gesture – a hug, a smile, a phone call, a card, or a prayer – can be huge. Touch someone’s life for Christ today.
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