God knows we can’t find our way on our own and that it’s impossible for us to consistently choose to behave in healthy ways, no matter how much we want to. In His love, God calls us to come close to Him so He can teach us what works and give us the strength to live in a new way.
Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light. (Matthew 11:28-30 NLT) We wonder how God could value us as a person and be willing to give us another chance at life. In our addiction, we never asked for, or even desired His guidance. We did not want to consider life on His terms or to learn from Him. Again and again we chose our own way. Despite our persistent arrogance and distain for God, He continues to love and care about each one of us. Jesus came to earth to redeem us, heal us, and set us free.
Jesus said, “The Spirit of the LORD is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, and that the time of the LORD’s favor has come.” (Luke 4:18-19 NLT)
God calls us today to let go of all that is unmanageable and to turn to Him. When we do, God will work everything together for our good, including those things in our past that were cruel and caused us pain. And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28 NIV)
Prayer: Dear God, My life is unmanageable. I accept Your word as the truth which I will build my life upon. I receive hope to fill my despair. I receive truth to sort out my confusion. Amen
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