Falling In Love with Jesus: Day 4: Running

Before I get too far into this, I would like to admit that I am guilty of doing what I will talk about. It's part of our sinful and fleshly nature. I did it when my Mom died, I did it when my first boyfriend broke up with me, I did it when I was angry, I am not too proud to admit that I struggle here.

I ran from God.

This was either because of my sin, my thinking that I am too unworthy for God to begin with, or my anger/disappointment/hurt.

But, the Word of God says:

"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you." -1 Peter 5:7

So, when the world comes crashing down (and I know it certainly can), run to Him. Not from Him. In Him, we have joy (see yesterday's post). We can do all things through Him.

There is a song by Shane & Shane, called In You. (The song is on the playlist at the bottom of the blog.)

We have nothing if we don't have the King.

 So running from God, it will do nothing. It will solve no problem, mend no broken heart. It's only when you run to Him, broken, bruised, torn, restless, that He can make you whole. He brings rest to the weary, remember?

"Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls." -Matthew 28-29

 Falling In Love with Jesus often happens when we are so broken that words can't describe our hurt. It doesn't happen by accident. It isn't a joke. See, God not only loves you, He likes you!

I can try to put this love into words, but they would fall short of it. You must run to Him to experience it for yourself. No one else can make you, they can tell you how wonderful it is, but it's your choice.

Because, we must run to Him when every fiber of our being wants to turn and run to eat the fruit of bitterness and doubt. And that is contrary to the habit of our flesh.

So will you run to Him? 

He has the whole world in His hands, I'm sure He can handle your mess too.

Because, He is good.

Because, everything that happens in our lives is meant to turn us to Him, and bring Him glory!

Until tomorrow, go serve your King,

Jess