I don’t Have it All Together

By Iris Nelson August 21, 2015 Devotion, Faith

“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” ~ John 16:33 (NLT)

Have you ever had one of those days going from bad to worse? I had one of those days this week. Not only did our coffeemaker brake (the 110th it seems), I had issues with files at work, slow moving traffic, and finishing the day off with a bad purchase. Some days I just want to stick my head in the sand or crawl back to bed. Maybe I should have and just let the day pass by.

In the grand scheme of things, it was really not that bad, but when you in the middle of a bad day, you just want it to end. At least I felt that way. I have to admit, I don’t have it all together on some days. I am not always happy, but I do have a joy that no one can take from me.

I am still mourning the loss of my mom; I am sure it will take some time. I miss talking to her on Saturdays. Although we were 6,000 miles apart, but our hearts were always close. I have been crying a lot.

I have started a photography class that has a lot to do with emotions and feelings. A big part is writing a journal about the emotions. Which is actually a really good thing for me right now. I don’t bottle my emotions up, but I get them out before they explode.

As think that, as followers of Jesus, we don’t have to have it together all the time. Being His follower does not exempt us from hurt or pain. But what makes it different for us is the fact that we have someone to turn to – Jesus.

I am reading the Gospel of John right now and it helps me to cope with the pain. Jesus was not a stranger to pain and suffering. He paid the ultimate price for us. We can be assured that He loves us without a shadow of a doubt. And in chapter 17 He prayed for us as well even though He was awaiting crucifixion.

“I have given them your word. And the world hates them because they do not belong to the world, just as I do not belong to the world. I’m not asking you to take them out of the world, but to keep them safe from the evil one. They do not belong to this world any more than I do. Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth. Just as you sent me into the world, I am sending them into the world. And I give myself as a holy sacrifice for them so they can be made holy by your truth.” ~ John 17:14-19 (NLT)

My sweet friend; no matter what you are going through at this time, know that Jesus is with you. I for one will remember that His love is greater than anything else in this world.

Lord of mercy and grace. Thank You for sending Jesus to show the world the truth. Lord, help us to remember that Your love is greater than anything in this world. In the precious name of Jesus. Amen