I can hardly believe the depths of emotional pain I’ve experienced over the years in dealing with singleness in my late thirties and forties. I never felt that way in my teens, twenties or early thirties. Things were generally fine and fun. I was enjoying being single, going on dates, having relationships when the opportunity arose.
….We may think we are more than able to handle a crisis, or challenging situations, but when faced with them we crumble…
However, what I have learnt from this experience is that no matter what kind of deep water we are in, no matter how strong the winds are blowing against us, we can guarantee that Jesus will be there to comfort us, give us courage, and hold us up and save us. We must call Him.
If we are in need of medical assistance, the police or the fire department, we call 999 to get help. We must learn to call on Jesus, just as He continually called on His Father when He prayed on the mountain. Through prayer we too can receive strength to deal with our situations, whether it’s in advance or while we are going through them.
“O Lord be gracious unto us; we have waited for thee. Be thou their arm every morning, our salvation also in the time of trouble.” (Isaiah 33:2).
Be encouraged.
From the book In the Waiting room – finding hope and inspiration when facing disappointment, by Paula J Campbell.
Copyright © Paula J Campbell 2016