God Has Not Forgotten You: When Life Is Turned Upside Downનમૂનો

Pouring Out Your Heart

One of the most difficult things we can face in life is loss. Whether the loss of your job, home, health, a loved one, or anything held dear, the pain of loss can be very difficult.. At times it may even seem unbearable. Because God made us with feelings, there are many other difficult emotions we may experience when grieving or facing tough circumstances. We can feel hopeless, frustrated, confused, anxious, scared, and even angry. Recognizing these emotions, and releasing them in healthy ways, is extremely important in the journey toward healing and wellness. Alternatively, ignoring or suppressing them can be destructive, even crippling.

What emotions do you feel in your heart? Anxiety, heartache, and pain are undoubtedly among them. You may be hurting so badly that all you want to do is cry. And that’s okay. Even Jesus, who was so deeply moved because of the sorrow resulting from death, wept (see John 11:32-35).

Sure, it’s good to be strong in such challenging circumstances, but it is also important to acknowledge the emotions that pain, suffering, and loss can bring. Think about it. How can your heart truly heal if you don’t acknowledge that you’re hurting? So take the first step. Get alone with God and tell Him honestly how badly you are hurting. Cry if you want to. Cry out to Him, “God, help me!” You will find that as you pour out your heart to the Lord, you’ll begin to feel the burdens of your soul roll away.

Taking back your life

1. In Psalm 56:8 (TLB), David said of God, “You have seen me tossing and turning through the night. You have collected all my tears and preserved them in your bottle! You have recorded every one in your book.” How does it make you feel to know how important your tears are to God?
2. Consider what you have lost in this crisis. As you pour out your heart and acknowledge the emotions you are working through, you can find comfort in the following Scripture passages for:

The death of a loved one: Matthew 5:4; Psalm 116:15; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14; Revelation 21:4

Facing illness: Psalm 103:3; Isaiah 53:5; Jeremiah 17:14; James 5:14-15

The loss of your job, home, business, or other things you held dear: Nahum 1:7; Psalm 138:7; Isaiah 43:2

Financial troubles: Psalm 34:10; Matthew 6:31-33; Philippians 4:19

The fear of all you have yet to deal with: Psalm 91:1, 4-7; Proverbs 3:25-26; Isaiah 41:10

The overwhelming disruption and destruction caused by difficult circumstances: Isaiah 58:12