Pastor Bill Hayden
There are times in our lives that we find it difficult to communicate to others how we really feel. When people ask you, “How are you doing?” we give them a short answer, “Fine…how about you?” We try to conceal what we are really struggling with in the roller coaster effect of sadness and loneliness. We become evasive to the very people who can and will be there for us. So, we say nothing… due to the fear of rejection. After projecting ourselves to be on top of life’s challenges for years, we are made to feel ashamed to allow others to know our struggles. Our pride can take us down the path of loneliness and isolation.
Eventually, people will have a breakthrough or a breakdown because we were created for relationship with God and all creatures great and small. After creating man, God said, “It is not good that man should dwell alone; I’ll make him a helper suitable for him.” So, that, is an indicator that we have need… to thrive from human contact.
With the increase of negative, judgmental, and the difficult attitude of society we are not encouraged to share our true feelings. In some cases, the impact of social media devalues the integrity of friendship. Sometimes you may discover that the very person you have trusted over the years turns out not to be a true friend. As a result, you have decided to suppress your feelings and concerns, in hopes of shielding yourself from further hurt. Consequesntly, you have joined the ranks of the walking wounded who have taken the same stance.
When you feel that you have things that you can’t share with anyone, then share them with the One who knows you best. I leave you with a verse from Cleavant Derricks’ song: “Have A Little Talk With Jesus.”
Well, you may have doubts and fears, Your eyes may be filled with tears, My Jesus is a friend, Who watches day and night; Well, He’s gonna keep you safe, He’s the answer to my every prayer; Just a little talk with my Jesus Gonna make it right.
1 Peter 5:6-7 NIV 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that He may lift you in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because He cares for you.
Celebrate with us at the Villages Community Chapel in Cribari Auditorium, every Sunday at 10 a.m. to be encouraged over the Word of Life, enjoy a cup of coffee and cookies with friends. The chapel is a place for needs to be met, faith to be affirmed and new friends to embrace. You can view our worship services on YouTube at Villages Community Chapel San Jose, CA.