My friend, I can see that you're going through a tough time, and everything feels like it's falling apart. As a pastor, I've seen many people face similar struggles, and I want to share with you what I believe is the key to staying strong in such times. It's not about trying to fix the situation on our own, but about putting on the whole armor of God. This is what I pray for myself, my wife Susan, and our family, and it's been incredibly effective.
When we're facing a crisis that seems insurmountable, we need to remember that our sole confidence is in Christ. He's the one who will not abandon us, and He gives us the strength we need, not just for the moment, but for the strain of the moment. We need to overcome our own timidity and take the first step, and then God will give us the nourishment we need to keep going. It's not about being strong in ourselves, but about having a divine faith that's a gift from God.
When we're struggling, we need to examine ourselves, not by our results, but by our motives and approach. If we find a problem, we need to confess it to God and to anyone who's been hurt by it, and then change what needs to be changed. Finally, when we've applied these principles, we need to face our failures and weaknesses head-on, and trust that God will help us overcome them. Remember, it's not about being perfect, but about having a heart that's surrendered to God and a spirit that's determined to trust in Him, no matter what.