Encouragement for Today
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January 14, 2025 God Never Gets Tired of Hearing About It Lee en español |
“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.” Psalm 62:8 (NIV)
Sometimes I can’t shake the feeling that I’m a burden.
I’ve even felt this way during prayer-request time in my weekly small group — one of my favorite moments with some of my closest friends from church. We’ve shared so many beautiful and difficult things. But when it comes time for me to speak, I sometimes hesitate.
Normally I’m an open book, quick to share what’s on my heart. But what if they’re tired of hearing about this? The thought echoes in my mind. So instead of being honest, I keep my requests safe and surface level.
There are seasons in life that last far longer than we expect — times when the same frustrations seem to keep repeating. Though I know my friends would listen without complaint, the weight of my burden feels too heavy, and I don't want to place it on their shoulders.
Maybe you’ve felt this way too. Whether it’s a lingering struggle with your health, a broken relationship that continues to cause pain, or a financial need that feels impossible to overcome, it can feel never-ending and overwhelming.
But, friend, even if those around us grow weary of hearing our struggles, God never does. He invites us to come to Him.
Psalm 62:8 reminds us, “Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
God not only calls us to trust Him with our challenges but welcomes us to pour out everything burdening our hearts — worries, sorrows, frustrations and unfulfilled hopes. In Him we find the shelter we need in the middle of storms that seem too long to bear.
Despite the nights when I've sat in that small group and held back what I wanted to say, I find comfort in knowing that God is never burdened by what weighs on my heart. He never tires of my repeated prayers.
Sometimes what our weary hearts need most is to pour everything out to Jesus. He invites us to bring it all — no matter how messy or heavy it feels. He offers the strength we long for and the compassionate ear we crave. He provides exactly what we need.
So let's dare to run to Him as our safe place. He will never grow weary of our tears.
Oh Lord, help me to remember that You have asked me to trust You with all my heart. Thank You that no matter how many times my burden comes to my mind, I can pour it out to You again. Help me feel Your tender protection from this storm as I come to You, my Shelter. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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1 Peter 5:7, “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you” (NIV).
What anxiety do you need to cast on the Lord today? Do you ever feel like God doesn’t want to hear your repeated prayer requests? Why or why not? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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