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Why God's Hands Are The Only Place For Your Problems

The journey of surrendering my fears

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Why God's Hands Are The Only Place For Your Problems
Milada Vigerova

Broken. Forgotten. Unwanted. Isolated.

These are the words that shadowed my racing mind when I heard the news that changed my life forever. I had never felt so lied to, so forgotten, and alone in my life. Not to mentioned I was so far away from the only people I wanted comfort from. The only people I thought could care enough and help me through this situation. I allowed darkness and loneliness into my heart for the next few days. Anger ruled over my mind and I sought out pity from anyone willing to spare a few minutes.

It wasn’t until I took a moment to breathe that I realized my errors. The people I sought comfort from were not the ones who should have been my priority. Trying to put the problems into my own hands as well as theirs was the first step in the wrong direction. But it was all starting to fall into place the moment I took a look at my actions.

Though people to confide in is one of the most important treasures to have on this earth, the first person I should have turned to in my time of need was God—the one who knows my troubles better than anyone. The only person who knows my mind, the situation, and the outcome. The person who can drag me out of the mud and place me on my feet to continue my walk with Him.

Some of my favorite verses are these:

I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.

Psalm 34:4-5

The first verse in itself tells all believers that He will always be there to turn to when we are picturing our worst fears. There will never be a time when He is just going to leave us to deal with our own problems. He will always be there to deliver us from our fears.

No matter how terrible the situation you’re dealing with may be, I encourage you to put it in God’s hands. His helping hands are always stretched out towards you, willing to help you and pull you out of any problem you’re dealing with.

The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.

Psalm 9:9

Peace. That is the feeling I get in my chest when I think of the life-altering moment. I am at peace with the situation and where God brought me through it all. I learned something, I put my trust in Him, and I am now at a great peace with everything that has happened.

Mended. Cherished. Chosen. Loved.

These are the words that circle around in my head now. No longer is my mind flooded with the negativity that placed there. Now that I have put my worries and fears into the hands of God, He has offered me peace, love, and encouragement to move on with the past. There is no better feeling that knowing that God has a plan for everything that is going on. Knowing that all you have to do is put your faith in Him to move on.

I encourage you now to put your faith in his hands. He will heal your brokenness and put you on your feet again.

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