Living a Stress-Free LifeSample

Frequently, we find ourselves caught in the cycle of trying to accomplish too much in a single day. This constant race against time reflects a 'driven' mentality, a state of perpetual motion.

I confess, that I too wrestle with this urgency–this need to accomplish everything 'now', to fulfill tasks that should have been completed 'yesterday.' When I step away from my intimate communion with the Holy Spirit, I find my default mode is not one of calm inactivity. Instead, I spiral into a frantic rush, fuelled by an unending sense of urgency.

Drawing upon Genesis 33:13, Jacob wisely said, “...if men were to drive them hard in one day, all the flock will die”. This powerful insight reveals the destructive consequences of being 'driven'. It leads to the demise of relationships, tranquility, our precious communion with God, our moral compass, mental well-being, and even our ministries.

Recognize if you're feeling anxious, emotionally flooded, or constantly compensating for a lack of peace and joy. It's time to halt, and seek the guidance and help of the Holy Spirit.

Over the next few days, we will explore four fundamental steps to embrace the Holy Spirit's guidance in our lives.

Let's begin with the first, and indeed, the most crucial step: Surrender your need for control and invite the Holy Spirit to guide you. Let the Lord assume the role of your shepherd, relinquishing your grip on the steering wheel of life.

Some of you may be recklessly driving your life towards ruin, compromising both your physical and spiritual well-being. Take a moment to stop, step away from the driver's seat, and allow the Holy Spirit to guide you. Surrender yourself as His disciple.

To deepen your understanding, study Scriptures about surrendering to God's guidance such as Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Such verses emphasize the importance of trust and surrender to the Lor's leadership.

Let's Pray:

Dear Father, I acknowledge there are moments when I stubbornly take control, spiraling into chaos, resulting in losses in various aspects of my life. I ask you, Holy Spirit, to guide me. Bless me with Your peace, joy, and an unwavering assurance that You, and only You, are truly capable of steering my life as my Shepherd. Amen.