Our journeys are full of surprises, both good and bad.
We can’t ever be certain about what the future holds.
Sometimes we expect good things and bad things to happen.
Sometimes we anticipate hardship, and find that things work out more favorably than we thought.
Most people hate this.
They want to feel in control.
As Christians, however, we understand that things are not happening randomly.
We know that everything is part of God’s plan.
Proverbs 16:33 says, “The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.”
This verse reminds us that we should accept the events in our journeys without judgment.
This doesn’t mean that we can’t have opinions or preferences.
God gave us the ability to think for a reason.
But we should trust that God knows what He’s doing, even if we don’t always understand it.
When we experience blessings, we should recognize them as blessings from God and thank Him for His goodness.
And when we face challenges or difficulties, we should trust that God is with us and doing everything for our good.
Proverbs 19:2 says, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Our plans and desires may not always align with God’s will, but we can trust that His purpose will ultimately prevail.
Of course, we can still control a lot of things.
We can remain kind and forgiving to our loved ones.
We can support the less fortunate.
We can have a lot of impact on our journeys and the people around us.
But we shouldn’t forget that ultimately we should live according to God’s teachings.
So let’s commit to accepting everything without judgment, knowing that God is at work in every situation.
Whether we’re facing significant problems or small ones, we can trust that He will guide us if we seek His wisdom and follow His lead.
Let’s trust in His divine providence.
No matter what you may have seen on social media…a lot of people are lonely nowadays.
Numerous studies have shown that loneliness is on the rise – even if you can’t tell at first glance.
The rise of technology and decline of in-person social interaction has pushed people toward isolation.
And after being stuck in their houses for two years, a lot of people have stayed shut inside their shells.
The real issue, however, is that they are too ashamed to admit it.
As a Christian, I want to remind you that you are not alone in this struggle.
And that there are ways to care for yourself and manage feelings of loneliness, through the guidance and love of God.
One of the most important things we can do to manage feelings of loneliness is to practice self-compassion.
The reason this is so crucial is that a lot of people are too hard on themselves.
They take on too many responsibilities and feel guilty when they can’t complete everything.
So they blame themselves even for things beyond their control.
We have to remember, however, that God wants us to love ourselves.
When practicing self-compassion, you should be treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding that you would show your loved ones.
Once you do that, you are in a better position to move to the next step…
Improving your relationships.
It’s clear that we are social creatures.
And that we need to regularly interact with friends and family.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 says: “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.“
There is no replacement for genuine interaction with other people.
So make sure you strive to improve the connection with the people closest to you – or even create different connections.
Another thing we have to remember is that God is always with us, especially in times of loneliness.
He is a loving companion that can help us make it through everything.
It’s important to cultivate a relationship with Him through prayer, reading the Bible, and meditating on His word.
God will help us as long as we let Him.
So remember, it is okay to be feeling lonely. Everyone does at some point.
The important thing is to not be ashamed of it and live as God would want you to.
The Christian Tech-Nerd 