2025 In Focus (Day 12)

I Kings 19:9-10

There he came to a cave and lodged in it. And behold, the word of the LORD came to him, and he said to him, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” He said, “I have been very jealous for the LORD, the God of hosts. For the people of Israel have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword, and I, even I only, am left, and they seek my life, to take it away.”

Many times, we find ourselves isolated from the challenges and responsibilities of life. We deal with the internal struggle to continue in our mission and purpose. Sometimes, purpose can be an isolating feeling. The more we function in the will of God, the greater the distance we can feel from the elements of our lives.

We don’t always take the time to express ourselves. We don’t always feel safe enough to be honest about what we feel in moments of difficulty. We even struggle to tell God how we feel because we think it would demonstrate a lack of faith. Yet, God is always ready to hear our please, struggles, and concerns.

We must never take for granted the listening ear of our creator. We must take the healthy approach to relieve our stress and anguish so that we can continue on the journey that God has set for us. We must never forget that we serve a God who cares about all elements of our lives. Who knows? Our honesty with God may open the door to a solution to our struggle. Open yourself safely in the presence of God. God will always hold the deep things with care and sacredness.