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Confronting My Powerlessness

Friday October 4, 2019

For all of us there came a time when we could no longer avoid the realization that our lives were a mess.  When we came to this place of brokenness and powerlessness, we knew we needed to make a choice where our life would go from here.  We had to admit that our addictive habits and unhealthy relationships were causing us harm and not giving us the relief we were seeking.  We had to admit defeat.  We had to admit we couldn’t do things on our own and came to the point where we knew we needed help. 

Have compassion on me, Lord, for I am weak.  Heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony. I am sick at heart.  How long, O Lord, until you restore me?  Return, O Lord, and rescue me. Save me because of your unfailing love. (Psalm 6:2-4 NLT)

It is human to want to control our own life and circumstances.  We want to feel good, be happy, and live free from pain at all times.  However, there comes a time when we must realize that this is not real life.  Pain is a part of life.  Problems are a regular occurrence.  We are powerless to avoid them.  When we come to this realization, what are we to do?  We can wallow in frustration and self-pity or, this can be a moment where we look for a road which will take us forward to a life that may not be perfect but is truly meaningful and satisfying. 

In my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached his ears.  (Psalm 18:6 NLT)

Our helpless condition is no surprise to God.  He already knows we will not succeed when we try to do things on our own.  When we waken up to our helpless state and surrender ourselves to God, He stands ready to help us find a new life.  God cares for us more than we care for ourselves.  He knows a sure way forward, is willing to guide us, and has the power to get us safely there.  To get the help we need, God tells us to call out to Him and He will supply it.



Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I admit defeat.  I am powerless to live on my own without you.  I want relationship with you as the new way of life for me.  Fill me with Your Holy Spirit who will be with me and give me the peace, power, and truth I need to move forward.  Amen


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