You're Not The Only One Hurting

When you’re hurting, it’s easy to focus on your own pain, your own fears, and anxieties. But do you really think you’re the only one? You’re not alone! We often wear masks for those around us. Even for those we are closest to, we try to put up a wall, a brave face, to pretend that everything is okay. I have the habit of saying “everything will be okay”. It’s something I often say to give myself or someone else comfort. I know ultimately, if you’re a Christian, everything will be okay. But sometimes, we just aren’t doing okay and that is okay too. God feels our pain. We will have pain on this earth, both physically and emotionally, and probably everything in between. When we get to heaven, we won’t have any worries and what a wonderful place to be. But that doesn’t mean we can’t have joys and happiness while here on earth. We each have a job to do here, and God wants you to have a fulfilling life. But don’t ever think you’re the only one going through what you’re through, and your experiences could help someone going through the same thing. If we open up, let down some of our defenses, we could not only be helping ourselves, but maybe those around us as well. Don’t be afraid to swallow your pride and open up your heart.

“Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, When it is in the power of thy hand to do it.”

Proverbs 3:27