We are often reluctant to admit problems and deal with painful events as they occur. We push them down into the deep recesses of our souls and put our best face on. This is like shoving clutter into a closet and tightly closing the door before guests arrive. This works for a while but, like opening the closet door and having the inside clutter fall at our feet, at some point, the events we have suppressed will cause us to explode with anger and bitterness towards those around us who may have had nothing at all to do with the original events.
The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit? (Proverbs 18:14 NLT)
We clean up the clutter in our homes by taking things from where they have been stashed away and stacked up and dealing with them in an orderly manner. Some things get thrown out. Others get mended, washed, or ironed and become usable again. We need to do the same with the hidden events of our lives.
It is not right to acquit the guilty or deny justice to the innocent. The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe. (Proverbs 18:5, 10 NLT)
We will never feel acceptable to God or to others while we allow who we truly are to be determined by our past. Unforgiveness towards others or ourselves needs to be carefully exposed, and then disposed of. The pain and brokenness we feel in our hearts will need to be lovingly cared for and mended. Our hidden talents will need some encouragement, so they become usable again. God is a master restorer, and as we improve our conscious contact with Him, He will provide all that we need to make us complete in Him. Prayer: Gracious God, Please help me face and let go of those hurtful events I have buried deep in my soul. My desire is to have a fulfilling life with You and others. Please give me the desire and wisdom to follow Your principles in all my affairs. Amen
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