Healing Combat TraumaSample

Bridges To Healing

God is your Healer (Exodus 15:26), but the healing He does in your heart and mind may not happen instantly. Even when you don’t feel it, He’s at work, making you whole one piece at a time. He does this in many ways, and one way is through community. If you haven’t already done so, find a community of Christians who can support you on your journey. God has given us brothers and sisters in Christ who help us out when we get into trouble or find ourselves struggling with the effects of our trauma. Friends help us bridge the gap between fear and faith or failure and feasibility. There is safety and strength in numbers, so get around other believers to fortify your faith.

When you get the opportunity, read Mark 2:1-12. This is the story of a paralyzed man and four of his friends. The word had gotten around to Jesus being at a house in Capernaum, healing people. These four men immediately thought of their paralyzed friend. They rushed to his house, put him on a stretcher, and carried him to Jesus. Unfortunately, they weren’t the only ones who had heard about the Healer. The house was crammed full of people and surrounded by hundreds more. The four men cared about their incapacitated friend too much to give up. They decided to bridge the gap between their friend and the Healer. They hoisted their friend up on top of the house, tore up the roof, and lowered him through the hole down to Jesus! Then, Jesus – seeing the faith of his friends – healed the paralyzed man immediately.

There are faith-filled people who want to do that for you. Let them. Don’t let your pride get in the way. If you know you need help, there’s no shame in seeking it out. Whether that means seeing a counselor, joining a support group, or inviting friends into your healing journey. Every one of us needs to seek help. There is no shame in this. The shame would be in remaining paralyzed because you’re too proud to accept the help of others. If you need help, reach out to someone today. Help is out there. Don’t be afraid to find it.

Thought of the Day: God has provided the gift of community, friendship, and medical professionals. Today, I will reach out to others to find help and encouragement.