Self-sufficient assistant
- 17
- Dec
- 2015
While talking with an assistant, she told me about the difficulties and deserts that she was experiencing.
Her words were almost schematic. Her position before what was happening was of someone that was very secure and practical. It seemed like there was no pain and only a sense of self-sufficiency, as if she could manage to solve everything through the strength of her arm. And that is precisely where the danger comes into play!
You may ask, “But Luisa, isn’t that positive, the person feels secure and practical during difficult times?”
On one side yes, because the person is not easily shaken; but on the other side of the coin, it leads them to being independent from God, because we develop a pride that we can overcome ourselves … and this happens in a very subtle way.
In times of difficulties, we should make the most of seeking in depth what God wants to reveal to us. Because everything that happens in our life is not in vain, especially in the life of the righteous. God always wants to speak to us, reveal something new and we learn more about ourselves.
For this reason, do not allow yourself to be indifferent at the time of pain, as this will distance you from God.
There are many assistants that have stood-out in their service in the Work of God, they are active, always ready. But when it comes to solving what is within them, seeking God and doing his will, what He wants for their lives during difficult times … they lean on themselves, on their works and their knowledge. And they end up not taking advantage of these moments to develop their inner and personal being.
We must not forget that everything is permitted by God and often it is a way to draw our attention towards Him and develop a closer relationship; and fully depend on His strength, and not on the strength of our “arms”.
“This is what the Lord says: Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord…“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. (Jr.17: 5,7)
What do you have to say about today’s post? Share with us, through your comments, your opinion.
Adelita
20th April 2016 at 3:08
Thank you Sra Viviane, it is true nothing can happen to a person who belongs to God without His permission and it has been the tough times that Cause me to get closer to God and that has helped my faith. Thank you for bring up this important topic.
Prisca Baloyi
19th April 2016 at 5:49
Good day!This is true because as an assistant you try to be tough because we are very concerned what will say if I ask for help. We say to ourselves ‘ I have overcome in the past so I will overcome because of ‘my position’. Often we forget that the first soul we need to save is ourselves. May God always help me to remember that because as you mentioned here, pride sneaks in a subtle way.
Anousha
16th April 2016 at 17:55
Thank you for this message Mrs Luisa. It has made me understand the purpose of deserts in my life, only to bring me closer to Him and allow Him to be my support. I fail at times to rely on Him, forgeting that He is Mighty.
Rayanbrummell
10th April 2016 at 22:34
This is a strong message because very often when in times of difficulty we try to slove on our own but we should seek the help of god first
kereeditse
6th April 2016 at 11:42
I learned that I cannot depend on my self or on the strength of my arms,I have to depend on God in all that I do,especially when I’m facing problem I have to lean on Him
Rima
5th April 2016 at 20:23
Mrs. Viviane,
Thank you for this message,
Strong message to think about.