You Are My Strength

Yesterday I started to get overwhelmed with all that I was doing. There were so many situations and people that needed prayer or a listening ear. Then I started getting stressed at how far we are having to back track as we return to our homeschooling venture.

The thing is, I was trying to do in my own strength. Once again I was trying to control or fix things. I must stop trying to play God and not allow my life to become unmanageable again. I have learned that the harder I try, the more I struggle. I cannot do this on my own. I realize that I have limitations and imperfections. I must continually set aside my pride and daily surrender to God and seek His leading. I’ve tried to do life in my own strength and I really made a mess of things.

Yesterday when I went to God with my worries & fears, I was amazed at how quickly he answered. Some things were resolved without me getting involved. Other issues involved me laying down my pride and perfectionism. God sees the big picture and I need to slow down and allow God to be God. Today, I’m so thankful for support team. I’m learning to lean on them and be transparent with the little struggles, the ones I over looked for so long, “the little foxes that spoiled the vineyard.”

"Come to me and I will give you rest – all of you who work so hard beneath a heavy yoke. Wear my yoke – for it fits perfectly – and let me teach you; for I am gentle and humble, and you shall find rest for your souls; for I give you only light burdens.” (Matthew 11:8-30, TLB).

You are My Strength - Hillsong