I’m ready to stop crying for help

When things get down, its easy to think, “God, where are you?” In times of despondency, its common to hear the thoughts that say, “You’ve made too many mistakes. God isn’t interested in your pain. If He was, then surely you would’ve been healed, restored and renewed by now.” When these thoughts come, and they always do, dwell on the promise made in the bible: Weeping may endure for a night, but joy is coming in the morning. A small sparrow cannot fall to the ground without God knowing. He sees every lonely night, every tear you’ve shed, and every thought of suicide you’ve had.

In the scripture, Jesus tells his disciples prior to setting of to Galilee, that he must go through Samaria. When he arrived, he came upon a well and sat down near it. While alone, a Samaritan woman approaches the well to draw water. Long story short, Jesus speaks to this woman and later reveals himself as the messiah. It’s funny. This Samaritan woman had been married five times. She wasn’t pious. She lived a rough life, and was undoubtedly shunned by virtually everyone in the village. However, she was the first person Jesus revealed himself as the messiah. When he said, “I must go through Samaria,” it was to speak to this woman, and to assure her that she had been forgiven. When we make a mistake, it’s so easy to think that God is so far from us. I blew it; God wouldn’t ever want anything to do with me. In reality, it’s just the opposite. He’ll travel through dangerous territory (Samaria was dangerous for Jesus) just to make sure you aren’t feeling condemned. Receive his mercy. Go out each day expecting His goodness. Do this, and I promise you one day there will be no more tears, suicidal thoughts, or feelings of despondency. You’re best days are still out in front of you. Jesus is there with you, I know it.