When life’s burdens get too heavy give the cup to God

There are times in life when burdens become too heavy to bear. Jesus experienced his heaviest burden moment days before being crucified. In the Mount of Olives Jesus was at his wits end. (Luke 33:39-46). Probably at his most human state he feared the burden he faced - death. He asked God to take the cup of death from him (Luke 22:42). When facing life’s burdens, remember to call on the Lord. If it’s God’s will he will take the cup of burden or guide you through just as he did for Jesus.  What burdens are you facing? Don’t face them alone call on the name of Jesus and stand strong in your faith. 

Before I die....

We don’t talk about death until we encounter its sting. Conversations about death are avoided, yet we are born to die. Over the holidays several family members and friends were called home. Some from sickness, longevity of life and some from senseless and violent deaths. Each caused a chasm in the heart which no word can fill. Only time and God. We spend countless hours worrying about Frivolous things which don’t bring true joy: money, jobs, and bills. We find excuses why we don’t take trips to see friends and loved ones. We lose focus of God’s gifts to us. LIFE, love, and family. Death has reminded me, LIFE is about living well every day you have been given. It has reminded me to think about what has brought meaning to my LIFE. Today, I challenge you to Reconnect to what brought you Godly joy. If it’s family, reconnect with loved ones as Jacob requested to do with his son, Joseph (Genesis 45:28.) whatever the joy, reconnect. Don’t let death be the only family gathering time.