I’m currently rewriting this entry because for some strange reason, it disappeared completely just after publishing it! I took that as confirmation that this message must be important for someone. So, here I am, writing it all over–again.
Just a day ago, I received an email from my neighbors about someone who was at a bridge, threatening to take their own life. The police arrived and the situation created a big commotion in my area. My heart ached deeply for that person. I wanted to go there, to do something–anything–to help. But the Holy Spirit told me to pray. So that what I did, alongside the ladies in one of my Bible study groups. We interceded on their behalf, asking God to supernaturally intervene. I believe He did because…
God does not want us to harm ourselves or to suffer.He is the giver of life, not destruction. I know this because He has told us so in His word (and has proven it true many times in my life):
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” –Jeremiah 29:11
From the very beginning, long before we were even born, God had beautiful plans for us. But because of sin, because of selfish choices and the misuse of free will, people are constantly hurting one another all around the world. The pain caused by others can create a domino effect that most don’t even realize. It can lead to what seems like a dead end. But, surely, I must to tell you: It’s all an illusion.
I know this to be true because I, too, once felt that way not so long ago in fact. I, too, was deeply wounded by how I was treated by others. I thought about ending my life. But even while I was still in the storm, God was already creating a way out for me. He was working behind the scenes. He was preparing a new life; one that didn’t involve any form of abuse or abandonment. He rescued me before I even knew I needed saving. He was there when no one else was. For these reasons and more: I call on Him in any crisis. I always will forever.
“The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower.” –Psalm 18:2
God is my hero. My stronghold forever. I can never say enough about what He’s done for me, what He’s still doing for me. I may confide in a few people in my life, but everything goes through God first. I tell Him my worries, my fears, my joys, my gratitude, because I know He hears me and He is the only One who can truly help me.
“Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am.” –Isaiah 58:9
And it’s not just in hard times. I share with Him all my victories, the good things He’s blessed me with. It’s easy to call on God when we are in distress, but what about when all is well and we’re joyful? After all that He’s done for me, I made a promise to Him. I want Him in every part of my life. After all, He is the one who has given me every blessing and beautiful moment in my life. All good things come from The Creator:
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.” –James 1:17
I don’t worry as much anymore. I’m actively eliminating worry from my life completely (with the help of God, of course). I know He is with me, wherever I go, even beyond the grave. Job knew this too. Despite losing everything–his family, his wealth, even his health (all consecutively in a single day)–he held on to God’s righteousness. Job trusted God, even though everything was trying to get him to curse God and die! In the end, however, due to Job’s faithfulness, God restored his life in an instant.
“For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God.” -Job 19:25-26
I trust in God wholeheartedly. He has more than proven Himself to me (and He doesn’t have to do that). Looking back on some of the toughest seasons of my life, I learned to spot God’s hand of protection and guidance in the midst. Seeing His loyalty and genuine disposition, I now understand that no weapon formed against me will prosper. In fact, things only backfire on those who meant me harm (Isaiah 54:17). I love Him for His righteousness, His kindness, His unwavering faithfulness. There is truly nothing like Him in all the universes!
If you’ve never experienced this kind of love, aren’t you the least bit curious? Won’t you give Him a chance?
What do you have to lose?
If you are in crisis, don’t try to bargain with God. You can’t. He will know the intensions in your heart. He created you after all. Let me advise you to come to Him with sincerity, not just because you want something, but because you truly want to know who He is. And let me tell. you: He is The One who made the heavens, the earth and all that dwells within it (even what dwells belong it too)! He is The One who holds all the answers. He is The One who knows how to truly live this life, fully, drama free, protected and with honor.
“Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee.” –Job 22:21
I’m including a YouTube video that I filmed today. When I received that email, I was convicted by the Holy Spirit to create this instead of releasing the original video I’ve been working on for the past week. I filmed this for the person on the bridge, but I also filmed this for anyone who feels like they did that night. I want you to know how special in important you are. I’m writing this entry for the second time because I know that someone is meant to see/read this. I am meant to reach someone in their low point, to let them know that they are not alone.
God loves you. I love you. Please don’t give up. You have no idea how important you are to the world’s story. God has a purpose for your life. Please seek Him so that you can discover what that is. I’m here if you need someone to talk to. As long as God tells me to write and film, I will do it. And as long as I’m here, I’ll hold the line for you. Take it from me, the storm may be long, but it will not last forever. Eventually, you will see your rainbow, and you’ll get your opportunity to share that beautiful time with your Creator; The One who made is possible to get there.
I’m rooting for you!
And as always:
I’m praying many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many. many many many many blessings over you,