God wants YOU, regardless of your current circumstances!

I have realized that that there is absolutely no excuse for keeping my light for Christ hidden. I was laying in bed early this morning lights off, covers on, and pain in full swing. I was struggling with the uncomfortable feeling in my legs, trying to hold back my tears. Needless to say I was pretty miserable. I was doing exactly what I didn't want to do; feeling down and letting the pain get to me. Something struck me once again...seems to be a common thing lately. I just felt strange all of the sudden. I looked around and canvased my predicament and while yes it was grim, I wasn't looking to the Lord for strength. I instead let my physical hurts get the best of me. Although I didn't have much access to 'witness' to others at the time, I could still have faith in the Lord and turn that pain into power...power in the name of Christ. I realized that regardless of my current situation, I still have a duty to uphold; to be strong in my faith, trust Him completely, and shine this little light of mine bright! 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 says 'Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesud to live.' That pretty much sums up the point I'm getting at here. You may be in a less thsn ideal situation, but it's the situation that God has placed you in. There's a common saying, God will never give you more than you can handle. Those are some powerful words right there. Speaking from experience, I can say that life can be terribly overwhelming. I can get caught up in the stress, the hurt, the frustrations, or even the pure craziness of it all...but what will that do for me? It won't make me feel better nor will it solve any problems. The only problem solver that I can rely on 100% of the time is my personal Lord and Savior. He has the power to transform a dark dreary morning into a bright one filled with hope and prayer. I praise God for this. For using me even in my despaired shape. I came across this quote by Mary Kay Ashe, "God does not ask your ability or inability. He asks only your availability." Just reading those words makes me feel empowered. Whether you're feeling good, health in check, or weak and struggling with illness, God wants you! He has no prerequisites to you giving your life to Christ. You can be the most hardened criminal, have a change of heart and decide to give your life to Christ and He will no objections. The Lord got ahold of me this morning and got me back on track...and let me tell you, it changed my outlook to the rest of my day. Psalm 118:24 says 'This day belongs to the Lord! Let's celebrate and be glad today.' I'm going to take that advice. Thanking God for each day that comes, and each opportunity I have to shine bright. To God be all the glory.