Shaped by Grace - Lose the Lies & Gain God's TruthSample

Encouragement When You Feel Stuck

Lose the Lie: “I’m missing out.”

Once while out on a run, I passed a ditch full of mud. As soon as my next breath, thoughts of that puddle made me feel “stuck in place” (weird, I know). Dread crept in, adding to my anxiety. But I shrugged off the murky feelings and finished my run.

Later, I realized an old regret about a career choice had stuck hard in my head, making me think I was missing out on something. I began to question myself. Fear ricocheted in my mind. Feeling tired and weary, my head hit the pillow, unable to shake the “stuck” feeling.

The next day, God sent some friends my way, and I shared my discouraged feelings with them. They encouraged me to fix my eyes on the end of the run. Despite my persistent doubt, my mind opened to hear their encouragement, and I gained a better focus. Even though it didn’t completely resolve my feelings, I felt encouraged that God had not forgotten me.

Have you ever found yourself feeling a bit lost and forgotten? Most times I want God's plans to advance quicker than what’s good for me. We know God-movements look completely different than we think or imagine. God is Sovereign, and your personal life is on His agenda.

There are times when we must inform our feelings of what our faith believes.

Praying in faith for whatever the situation brings God’s best timing for resolution. Remember, the Lord won’t call you where His grace won’t sustain you. He is eternally forever mindful of each of us.

Gain God’s Truth: The Lord takes care of your needs before you know them, and He will make a way for you. God, who has no needs, anticipates every one of ours. The ways of God become increasingly clear once the fog of worry, anxiety, and confusion lift. We must have the patience and perseverance in faith to wait upon Him. God’s great mercy, His constant devotion, and His grace-giving ways are perfect! Remember He is still writing your story with His grace, so don’t get stuck in the chapter you are in. He will show you what pathway to take simply by trust. You will know the next right thing to do, so don’t stress! The best is yet to come!