Counseling, therapy, “help”, or whatever you refer to it as is a wise use of your time. Make and keep an appointment. Make the time and investment for you. If you’re thinking of everyone else that needs to read this post, it’s likely that you’re ignoring your own need for it. We all have something to heal from. It’s worth it! I promise!
Here’s what I’ve learned about myself that might help you too. We are always a work in progress. None of us is perfect, ever. As the Missionary Paul put it, “As it is written, no one of us is righteous, no, not even one.” Romans 3:10
And as my pastor says, “It’s okay to not be okay, but it’s not okay to stay there.”
Christians have a reputation as those who think they’re better than everyone else. Confession…I’ve wanted so badly to be better than others, but, truthfully, I’m not.
I’m not judge nor jury. I’m a sinner in need of a Savior. That Savior is Christ Alone.
I’m no better than the the worst person I know. I’m awful! I’m deserving of death and hell.
However, as John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but will have everlasting life.”
I’ve learned these basic biblical truths my whole life. But, as I’ve experienced more life, I’ve had to apply these truths in some very uncomfortable situations and places.
When arrogance and self righteous whispers of Satan tell me to look down on those who are in the middle of sin, it is a good time to remind myself that I am no better than they are. Here’s what I’ve learned…
I can hype myself up by saying I was not the liar or the adulterer or cheater, but the truth is I was no better than they are.
Perhaps I could get a pat on the back because I was not the thief, but now I know that I’m no better than they are.
I was not the murderer, but I was no better than they were.
I was not the abuser, But I was no better than they were.
I’m was not the addict, but I was no better than they are.
But this I was, I was the childhood victim of abuse by someone I loved turned adult angry bitter judgemental Pharisee.
I WOULD completely cheat you out of your forgiveness as I willingly held on to a grudge.
I WOULD lie to myself about who I am deep down inside. If you were to ask me, “How are you doing?” With my head held high and a wide grin I would reply with a lie, “I’m great! And you?”
I WOULD steal your joy when I didn’t have any. Why should you have joy when I don’t? Holding on to my anger is like a child holding on to a dirty blanket for false comfort.
I WOULD murder you in my mind by throwing you away as if you don’t matter, because in some awful twisted ways, that made me feel better.
I WOULD verbally spew awfulness to those who I love the most because I had a “right” to be angry.
I WAS addicted to the negativity that Satan whispered in my ear to remind me that I’m mad.
The “Old” me used to allow myself to make excuses for my bad behavior. It’s as if I had earned the “right” to treat people with disdain.
The new me has a disaster plan. I have to stop ✋🏻, put my hand up and say out loud, “In the name of Jesus Christ, Satan out! You are not Welcome here! This is Jesus’ temple, And I am a child of the one True King.”
Jesus died to give us the Holy Spirit. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, I can stop the malicious thoughts and hateful behavior. And from the heart, give genuine compassion. By inviting the Holy Spirit into my realm every morning to give to Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, and self control. Galatians 5:22-23
Another good scripture for healing and forgiveness is Luke 6 and Mathew 5.
May I give you some unsolicited advise? Let the healing begin. Find a good Christian Counselor.
Don’t Delay! Get Therapy today!
And remember to Carry on and Stay High! Why? Because Colossians 3 says so! Jesus loves you! ❤️🙏🏻
Stay High 