What is one thing you struggle with?
Inevitably, our personal struggles are
highly intertwined with our spiritual struggles.
A way to know this is, God knows all of
your weaknesses and so does Satan.
I struggle with stubbornness and patience.
Stubborness leads to not asking for help.
Impatience results in making irrational decisions.
I have been there countless times.
Another thing I struggle with is independence.
Independence is good but not when you think
you do not need anyone. As a single, young
woman, I often think, "I do not need a man.
I can take care of myself. I do not need
anyone slowing me down." Whether you
realize it or not, personal struggles influence
your spiritual struggles.
The words, "I do not need a man," can easily
become, "I do not need help or I do not need
anyone." This is a dangerous mindset. Many
times I have not gone to God first. I tried to
handle it myself. It made me feel like I was
in control when I clung on to a situation.
To trust God is not the same as venting
to God. You either fully trust someone
or you do not. It is easy to say, "I trust
God." However, actions speak louder
than words.
It is hard for me to surrender to God.
I like to be in control. I do not want to
see anything slip through my fingers
if I can help it. It gives me security to
hold on to it tight.
God wants us to trust Him. It is okay
to vent but it is important to show
gratitude, submission and humbleness.
The next time you talk to God, ask
yourself. Am I trusting or venting?
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