Sometimes life comes at you fast someone said. I agree. There are times in our lives when it appears that everything is coming unglued, when bad news follows bad news and we’re uncertain about way too many things.
What you and I choose to do in those moments is crucial in whether we bounce back, decline or waste a bunch of time (that thing we can’t get back). So, I would like to offer a few suggestions that help me when these moments come.
- Get alone with God. I can’t keep myself encircled with chaos and confusion and expect to think clearly.
- Step away. I’ve got to disconnect from the situation and catch a break.
- Take in inspiration. Whatever feeds your soul – get around it. It may be music, exercise, prayer, meditation, preaching, worship, reading, but whatever it is – do it.
- Talk with others. Not just any others, but the ones who not only have your best interest at heart and are willing to speak truth in love. You need it.
- Get outside. I can’t help but feel how big God is when I step into the glory of His creation. The heavens declare God’s glory and I need that reminder.
- Sleep & rest. When I’m tired and worn out, that is not the time to make decisions. I need to rest my body to refresh my soul and mind. Everything feels darker when I’m tired.
Maybe try some or all of these things if you’re in a season of loss and one thing keeps piling on another. One thing you never do – quit!
2 Comments made so far. Add yours...