Strength for Today

Of the few times that I read my business communications book, I do get something out of it. And one of the things that I did learn from it is that the WORST times to call someone at work is at the beginning and at the end of the day. At the end of the day - because they are already eager and prepared to go home and whatever it is that you ask of them, they would not really care at all. And at the beginning of the day, because people are busy reading emails and answering them, and most people also use this time to plan the day that's ahead of them.

To cut the long story short...no one dare bother me this early.

Yesterday was one of the toughest days I've had in quite a while. And as it always is, it is taking a toil on my health; right now, my ability to function and focus is quite impaired.

And today as I've gone through my day thus far, I've been thinking about the things that I'm currently involved with. My friends can vouch for the fact that I have this obnoxious tendency to spread myself thinly. I used to do it as a matter of choice, but right now, aside from it not being my choice anymore, it is far more challenging than what it used to be for me.

There are just 2 simple truths in this that I am reminded of - truths that we've always known, but at some instances in our lives, are very hard to embrace and to follow. But I would like to share it with you, because there might be some of you who are like me right now - tired, sick, weak, disheartened, overwhelmed - and this is what the Lord has to say to us:

1. Get the Lord involved in your day - in every task, in every minute, in every trial, in every conversation, in every thought - and do so, because:

a. The Lord does not give you anything you can't bear - no matter how overwhelming your circumstances are, always embrace this truth, that so long as you hold on to His strength, you will break through, and the Lord will break through for you.

b. His strength is more than enough to conquer your trials and your challenges - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13. Note that the bible teaches us that we can do ALL things through Him, not just some things. You have to remember though that the Lord will give you success in all that you do, so long as it is within His plan for your life.

2. Stay Healthy! - I have this nasty habit of being able to put up an excuse when I miss taking vitamins or when I don't work out. But what I've always realized when I'm sick is that no matter how busy you are, you should always take the time to do the things that you do for your health - because in the long run, it will take more time from you of being productive and healthy.

As we go through this day, let us ask ourselves these questions:

What are we called to do right now - at work, at home, in school, or in the relationships that we have?

Which of these tasks do I enjoy doing?

Which of these tasks burdens me the most? Have I gotten the Lord involved in these tasks by asking for His strength and His guidance?

Am I disheartened right now? Am I tired, weak, or lonely? Have I talked to the Lord about it?

Do I often feel tired? Am I often sick?

Do I think I'm healthy?

Have I been doing things to take care of my health?

Make it a great day!