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We live in a world that celebrates strength and independence, but what if the bravest thing we could do is admit we're struggling? There's something powerful about being honest when our hearts feel broken, overwhelmed, or empty. This devotional explores why it takes real courage to need God and others, especially when everything inside us wants to keep up appearances. We'll discover through prayer and reflection that admitting our weakness isn't defeat—it's the doorway to finding strength we never knew existed.
Short Devotional
Think about the last time someone asked how you were doing. Did you give the standard "I'm fine" response even when your heart was breaking? We've all been taught that needing help is somehow shameful, that strong people figure things out on their own. But this thinking misses something important about how God designed us to live. When we pretend we have everything under control, we rob ourselves of the very help that could change everything. The truth is, admitting we need God and others takes more strength than we realize.
Jesus himself showed us what it looks like to be honest about our needs. He wept when his friend died, he asked his disciples to stay with him when he was afraid, and he cried out to his Father when he felt abandoned. If the Son of God could be open about his struggles, why do we think we have to be different? When we finally find the courage to say "my heart is failing" or "I can't do this alone," we open the door for God to show up in ways that will amaze us. This honesty becomes the bridge between our brokenness and God's strength.
Let's Pray
Heavenly Father,
I come before you knowing that you see everything about me—the parts I show the world and the parts I try to hide. I acknowledge your presence here with me right now, and I thank you for loving me exactly as I am.
Lord, I confess that my flesh and heart may fail, but I'm learning that you are the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Help me find the courage to be honest about my struggles instead of pretending I have it all together.
Father, you know how hard it is for me to admit when I'm overwhelmed, scared, or falling apart inside. I've been taught that needing help makes me weak, but your word shows me something different.
Help me see that admitting my need for you is actually the bravest thing I can do. When my heart feels like it's failing emotionally or spiritually, remind me that this is when your strength shows up best.
I'm grateful that you don't turn away when I'm messy or broken. Thank you for being my safe place when everything else feels uncertain.
Give me the strength to reach out to you and to others when I'm struggling. Help me remember that you designed us to need each other and especially to need you. Fill the empty places in my heart with your love and peace.
In Jesus' mighty name, I pray with confidence that you will meet me in my weakness and show me your strength.
Amen.
Journaling Prompts
What prevents you from being honest about your struggles with the people closest to you, and how might God want to change that?
What fears come up when you think about letting others see that you don't have everything figured out?
In what areas of your life do you find yourself trying to be strong on your own instead of depending on God's strength?
Being brave enough to need God and others isn't a sign of failure—it's a sign of wisdom. When we stop pretending and start being real about our struggles, we create space for God to work in ways that will surprise us. Remember that your weakness doesn't scare God away; it actually draws his strength closer to you. We're looking forward to continuing this conversation about finding courage in unexpected places in our next time together.
Until next time,
May the Lord bless you and keep you;
May He make His face shine upon you;
And be gracious to you and give you peace
God Bless!
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