Breaking Free

When we as Christians feel burdened and encumbered, and at times, simply overwhelmed, we often feel as if we want to give up, … throw in the towel, and wonder what good is any of my continued efforts achieving?  When I’m in this space, this is what I suggest:

Turn to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the promises that God has made to me, and that His plans for me are not to “harm me, but to prosper me and to give me a hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11).  So whenever I feel as if I can’t go on, I meditate on the promises of God, and that no matter what I’m going through, I will keep a smile on my face because I know I’m already spoken for, and that whatever is currently burdening me, through God’s grace and my perseverance, I will break free and fully realize my maturity in Christ, being complete and not lacking anything.

Almighty Father, my preserver and benefactor, I heartily thank thee for the manifold blessings you bestow upon my life daily.  If it be your will, continue to sustain me and increase my faith. Keep me steadfast in the face of all adversity. Remind me not to be anxious about anything, but bring everything through prayer, petition and with joyful thanksgiving to You. And no matter what burdens life brings my way, I know that I am already free from potential harm, because You told me of the plans that You have for me.  Thank You for guarding my heart and mind forever.   I thank You for setting me free.  I know I’m free indeed.  In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.