It is all about perspective...

Inevitably, one way or another you will come to a dead-end in your life where you will not understand what you are going through, and you will most definitely try to get answers your usual ways.

Understand this, the way you will walk in your spiritual life, will be based on YOUR perception of how you grew up and how you were raised, and God knows how much it ain't perfect. So how should we proceed?

Consider these two scenarios:

• Someone who grew up with limited resources (fancy word for ''NOTHING'') often develop a deep appreciation of what they have in life down the road, and they can easily demonstrate a capacity for hard work and perseverance.

• On the opposite, those raised with abundance (another fancy word to say ''a lot'') might face different challenges in understanding the value of things they accumulated, relationships and/or struggles. They will also have a limited capacity for patience and devotion.

  
  

Which one do you think would be naturally drawn to God?

Now let's talk about the other side of things

God works in ways that is above our intelligence. Sometimes, if we are trying too much in our natural ways to get a breakthrough in the spiritual, it’s not gonna work because it comes from our expectations of our work in the flesh.

And sometimes if we think that we deserve what we want right away without putting anything as a compromise or as a ''sacrifice'' in return, it will not work either because that is not from a right heart or because we never rightfully understood to fully give ourself to Him.

The ultimate sacrifice has been paid...

In the flesh, by Jesus on the cross So that we do not need to do anything more to deserve eternal life. So stop working in the flesh to accomplish what you want in the spiritual world!

Breaking Free from Human Effort

Many of us fall into these common traps:

• Relying on our own understanding instead of God's wisdom (Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding")

• Trying to earn God's favor through works (Ephesians 2:8-9: "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God")

Change your perspective.

Jesus's sacrifice on the cross is complete and sufficient (Hebrews 10:10). This means:

• We don't need to earn our salvation

• Our relationship with God is based on grace, not works

• We can trust God's timing and plan

The Common Crossroads of Life

Regardless of our background, we all face moments of uncertainty and questioning. These moments might include:

• Career transitions

• Relationship challenges

• Financial difficulties

• Family situations

Isaiah 55:8-9: "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares The LORD.

Our spiritual journey is a walk that is deeply influenced by our life experiences, but God's way transcends our human understanding.

When facing life's challenges:

1. Do your part responsibly (like updating your resume or working on relationships, forgiving someone who offended you)

2. Submit your will to God in prayer, repent.

3. Trust His timing and plan...WAIT

4. Look/Listen for lessons in every situation you go through in your life. Every day.

Now trust in the Lord for He has plans for you, Jeremiah 29:11 says: “For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord”, “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope”.

He also says in Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

This verse reminds us that even in difficult times, God is working for our ultimate good for those who trust in Him and have been called to His purpose, and who can we say have been called to His purpose? Well those who have chosen Him as their Savior, and turned from their evil ways.

Whatever you are facing right now, stop for a minute and reevaluate your situation. Whether you come from abundance or scarcity, the key is to:

• Recognize our human limitations.

• Trust in Christ's complete sacrifice, and let the flesh desires die.

• Balance responsible action with spiritual trust in God.

• Remain open to God's timing and lessons.

Remember, God's plans are always for our good (Jeremiah 29:11), even when we don't understand them. Our role is to submit, trust, learn, grow and influence in our faith journey while allowing Him to work in His perfect timing.

What is God trying to tell you right now?

How could you connect with Him to move forward with a lesson learned?

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If you haven't decided to finally submit your life to Jesus, now is the time. You can simply repeat those words with sincerity:

Heavenly Father, I come before You with a contrite heart, seeking Your forgiveness for my sins. I acknowledge my transgressions and sincerely repent of my actions, thoughts, and words that have disobeyed You. Please wash me clean with Your mercy and grace, just as You forgave Peter's denial and those who crucified You. I accept You as my Savior and Redeemer. I choose today to serve You, and You only. In Your Name Jesus, Amen.

If you want to have support, whatever you are going through, ask to join our upcoming private group ''The Shipmate Muster'' via DMs on our instagram, it's a supportive community of people just like you who just need a healthy community of christians! We have caring hears and support available, just ask!

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