Have you ever wanted to run away from home? When times get tough, doesn't it seem easier to run away from our problems than deal with them head on?
I know someone who gets real mad (hurt) and runs away at the first sign of trouble. They avoid conflict at all cost. I've noticed a pattern. No matter where they run, the problems seem to follow them! Trust me, they keep running here, there and everywhere! It really bothers me. Can you tell? I guess it's because I have been the one left behind to pick up the mess after they've gone. One day, I'd like to talk with someone who ran away, and was honest enough to say it was the biggest mistake of their life. Relationships are hard, even exhausting... No matter who we are in relationship with (parents, children, spouses, siblings, co-workers and friends). Every time my husband and I make it through another fight (by putting our selfishness and pride aside), it is most rewarding. We seem to grow closer! I believe we are put on this earth to learn to love each other.
This is so complicated and every story is different, but I know there is only one way to solve the problem. It's running as fast as we can to Jesus! I'm not a know-it-all, but I believe with all my heart that only with Him can we possibly get along. Only with His help can we let the other person be right. I've learned I'd rather get along than be right. I've also learned this...
Hurt people...hurt people!
I have a heavy heart about so many people who think running away is the only answer. I wish I could stand on a street corner with a sign saying, "Go home and work it out"! Who am I kidding? The reason I am so touchy about this topic is because I used to be that person. I thought there was no other way besides leaving... and running. I am thanking God right now that He caught me before I left again. He is the only answer to any problem or conflict!
I'm thanking God for His Word. It's in there. Look for yourself...
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. (Eph 4:2)
Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. (1 Peter 3:8)
"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. (John 13:34)
Dear Lord, I want to first thank You for having Your arms open when I've been smart enough to run to You. Thank You for understanding. I pray for all of my loved-ones who may be tempted to run... again. Please give them strength and courage to do the hard work. Make these words more real today than ever... "but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint". (Isaiah 40:31)
In Jesus' name. Amen.
Grateful for knowing ...He is the only answer.
His daughter,
Angie xoxo
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8 comments:
A wonderful post...full of much wisdom. No matter where you are or where you go...you will have problems. As long as we live on this earth, there will be problems. Our only hope is Jesus. If you have to run...run to Him!
Beautiful post! Such wisdom...
Love, Annette H
I was reminded again recently just how short this life is. When we're given an opportunity to go back and let His Love heal us, we should grab it. Any day wasted not letting Him love through us is one too many. I wished I could say I've learned this lesson, but it still happens that I run (or hide) sometimes, knowing I'm going the wrong direction. Your words are healing and call me to step up and do the right thing. Thanks for a heart-felt post! Love, Annette
My word verification is matrusta--"My trust-a" Okay, I think Someone just added the root of the problem.
Amen! He is the only answer! He is the ONLY one who will satisfy. Praise you Jesus!
In Him,
Nicole
Thanks for coming to visit me! I used to be a runner also, a sprinter even. I am so glad to be able to run to the arms that are always open, no matter what. I think you should stand on the corner holding a sign telling runaways where to run. I definitely think you are on to something there. Good luck on your memory verses! (Is it biblical to say good luck? lol!)
Hurt people, hurt people. Have heard it before but it is so true. HE IS the answer! I have to constantly remind myself of that! So, thanks for the reminder!
So many profound statements... Hurt people,hurt people. I have been the first hurt and hurt another. And I have been hurt by someone hurting. I was a runner too... or maybe just an "ignorer" (is that a word?) But I learned that running, hiding or ignoring never solves anything.
I have a former friend who would get very mad and run too. She has run all the way to Florida and her problems still haunt her. It makes me sad. The hurt she has caused me has been forgiven... I still pray for her and that the chains she carries with her daily fall off... that she lets them fall off!
You are so right - He IS the ONLY answer!
Great post. Love J
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