When God Gives You Lemons
Did I hear you say make lemonade?
I feel like my faith and trust in God was literally tested earlier today in church.
It’s the first Sunday in September which translates to thanksgiving in church. If you are not familiar with thanksgiving in a Nigerian church, then think gorgeously dressed men and women with cheerful faces, excited and ready to dance happily to lovely gospel music in all language possible.
I had spent the better part of August gathering strenght from inspirational teachings and podcasts and songs that soothe the mind but I had never really practised ‘Thanking God in/for my current ordeal’.
This was my chance to put into practise everything I have learnt about staying grateful/thankful in a difficult situation. This will be hard, I mean I am literally still sulking over my dad’s passing and here I was in the midst of other happy faces preparing to dance while giving thanks.
As if to reiterate the need to give thanks regardless of one’s situation, the Sunday school teaching was about ‘Praising God in a Difficult Situation’ and all I was thinking about is if I will really be able to praise and dance as I usually would.
My mind was a battle field, I asked questions and I answered them. Who am i to question God?
Apparently, God gives us lemons sometimes and the loss of a loved one is just one out of the many ways it comes. Here I was, thinking of how to deal with the lemons I had just been given.
Will I trust God to help me pass through this phase?
Will I draw strenght from his promises?
Will I continue to sing his praises even when I am sad and down?
Will I give him the honour he deserves?
Will I accept my current difficult as God’s will?
Difficult things are not impossible things.
I cried while I sang
I cried while I worshipped
I cried while I danced
I cried while I prayed
The mind battle was tough but I gave God the praise he deserves and I trust him enough to let him help me pass through this difficult time.
25 Comments
Karoliina Kazi
I can imagine that was a difficult day for you. So proud you made it through and did your way ❤️
Phaytea's Pulse
Thank you Karoliina
happy nami
I really believe we come out stronger on the other side. Usually, every hard and challenging situation only makes us stronger and wiser. Glad you made it through.
Tadeja
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Phaytea's Pulse
I agree with you…looking forward to the silver lining
Kintan
I’m sure you could pass this difficult time with Greatest God and God’s power, even whatever is your believing. I have this feeling too sometime, but I believed every storm will come the rain. God bless you dear. XO
kaylee marie
I agree that difficult things are not impossible things. So glad you made it through!
Phaytea's Pulse
Thank you Kaylee
Jasmin N
I’m not familiar of god’s ways or anything that relates to it, but if that’s what will help you through I’m sure it will. Sending love!
Phaytea's Pulse
Thank you Dear
helenevlacho
We always find strength and courage in difficult situations if have faith and trust in Him and His actions. He always knows what would be better for us. Hope you are feeling better day by day, just take your time and follow your feelings.
Phaytea's Pulse
This is so soothing …Thank you
Sabra of Great Green Heron
Grief is so difficult and it comes and goes without warning sometimes.
http://www.greatgreenheron.com
Phaytea's Pulse
Yes it is
T. R. Noble
Thank you for being honest and open. God definitely doesn’t leave us when we struggle, but that doesn’t mean life is always easy.
Phaytea's Pulse
I can only keep trusting God even in difficult times
T. R. Noble
Amen. ❤
A Busy Bees Life
I believe God is always there showing us and teaching us. At times we do not see the signs or listen to that inner voice. No matter the struggle God always sees us through and gives us a lesson to learn and grow from.
Phaytea's Pulse
I strongly believe in God and i know he ill make things easy…Thank you so much
Kate
Amazing the strength that we can find when we have to isn’t it?
Also, your photography is ammmmazing.
Phaytea's Pulse
I know right….Thank you Kate…
Image is from Pixabay
inspiredGrisele
Lemons are not the best @ first taste, however add a little water or sugar and you will grin. Sorry about your lost yet happy you know that in all we give thanks
Phaytea's Pulse
Thank you Grisele
boomie
God will continue to strengthen you……hugs
Phaytea's Pulse
Amen..Thank you?
oluchee
His decisions for our lives are structured. He’ll put your mind to peace and help you get comforted easily.
You’re stronger than you believe you are