Am I Okay?

Sometimes, through the course of trying to make a difficult decision, sifting through the mess of our minds, or as a result of an event in our lives we find ourselves seeking reassurance. We find ourselves needing to hear that everything will work out, everything is going to be okay, the out-of-control chaos that is surrounding us is going to calm and life will once again become normal.

Acknowledgement. Acceptance. Approval. Basic emotional needs we all have. The amount of nurturing needed seems to be more fluid for most and dependent upon circumstances. For others, the need seems constant. Where do we go to get these needs met?

In my own life, I've sought fulfillment from my partner, friends, colleagues, fellowship from church, Pastoral staff, etc. I've witnessed others using these same types of people among other things. Sometimes, people turn to unhealthy means - one night stands, drugs, alcohol - these become weapons against vulnerability. They are used to mask the need and often lead to destruction.

In truth, there really is only One we need to seek during these times. Yes, people are here to help us navigate. But our reliance shouldn't come from them. For it is not other people we should expect to prop us when we are weak. God has all of the answers we will ever need. And the Holy Spirit is with us to help guide us. In our moments of vulnerability, we should seek Him.

Joshua 1:6 (New International Version)
6 "Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them.

Deuteronomy 31:8 (New International Version)
8 The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."

Isaiah 43:1-3 (New International Version)
1 But now, this is what the LORD says—
he who created you, O Jacob,
he who formed you, O Israel:
"Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
2 When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.
3 For I am the LORD, your God,
the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;

Please don't misunderstand this message. If you need to hear from your friends, loved ones, etc. that all will be okay, by all means, seek that. God's design is for us to be in fellowship and community with one another.

But don't make them own it. Don't make them own sustaining you. God owns that. And if their reassurances aren't making you feel more at ease, then seek the One who can.

Be blessed!