I sat down and wrote a list of all my worries, fears, things that upset me. Then, I went through all the things I wrote and reread them. The second time I did something different though; I had a different perspective. This time through the lens of faith, instead of purely emotion. By doing this, I was able to see that through purely emotion, everything seemed heavy and overwhelming. When I thought about it through faith however, I could see hope, possibilities and peace. The biggest theme that I found as a solution, was prayer. Also trusting that God will be faithful. Friend, when we allow our feelings and emotions to consume us, we lose sight on God, the one that can help us. Friend, I do not know your list; but I pray, you find your solutions in Him. For an overwhelmed heart is burdened by a load they cannot carry on their own. An overwhelmed heart, that allows God to help them carry their burden, feels the weight lifted from His love. For though your list may be heavy, His love can conqueror anything on it. Hang in there my friend, trust God, stay in His word and do not forget the power of prayer.

Erin Fitts-Brower

Matthew 11:28-30 NIV

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”