No matter how much we want things to be alright for others, there is only so much we can do to help. “Do What You Can!” That is all any of us can do. We have limited control over those we are in a relationship with. That control lies only within what we can do. Hence, know that no matter how much you want things to be suitable for someone else, you have no absolute control. Is it frustrating when it appears you care more about someone than they care about themself? Yes, it is, but you cannot be the captain of their ship.
Therefore, please do not get upset or worry needlessly when the other individual appears carefree and lacks concern for their general welfare. Understandably, it is hard to see someone you care about showing a lack of concern for their own well-being. Nevertheless, you can only take charge of yourself. “Do What You Can!” Pray, fast, read your Bible, and turn every situation over to the capable hands of our Savior. He knows what to do in every situation in our lives!
As I end, let this post remind us that our control over someone else is limited and powerless. If someone wants to hold onto their habits, way of living, eating, etc., there’s little we can do. So when you desire more for someone else because you love them and they don’t budge, don’t stress. At some point in time, there may be a wake-up call, and hopefully sooner than later. “Do What You Can!” and let God do the rest! There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord. Proverbs 21:30. I’ll return next week with a new post, “Follow the Instructions!”
Be encouraged, and God bless!
Sister Jackie
AMEN! “Do What You Can!” and let God do the rest!”
So true, it can be painful to watch someone we care about seemingly not care enough about their own welfare, or make wrong, or un-wise choices, or decisions about their issues. But as you expressed, we truly have to pray to God to give us the strength and peace to let go and let God have His way even as we advocate for them. Because sometimes, there is “nothing” that we can do but pray and turn it ALL over to God. And, I have learned that GREAT peace can come to us by letting go, and letting God. But, great broken-ness or stress, can come to our spirit in not doing so. Personally, I have learned that, when we are stressed or perplexed over others choices, it robs us of our peace, while they may not have a problem with their choices at all. And I have learned that I value “my” peace no matter what situation that I am in. Therefore, although sometimes easier said than done, I too have the same right to choose just how much of trouble, from any source, that I will allow to affect me. For like them, I have the right to make my own choices, just like they do. So, by the Mighty Grace of God, I’m learning how to respect everyone’s right to make the choices that they desire, whether I see them as good or bad choices, even if it is affecting me emotionally, simply because of sincerely caring about them, trusting that God will intervene as He alone sees fit. For I desire that they respect the choices that I make that they may not agree with also.
For, to me, NOTHING compares to the PEACE of God in any and every situation! Thank You God, for He alone can bring peace to our heart and our emotions in every situation! My prayer is that, May our all-knowing, all-powerful God help us in these situations to keep our eyes on Him and not on them! For we put ALL of our trust in Him alone!🙌💕
Beautifully said! Thank you so much for those thought-provoking comments. Yes, only our God alone can bring peace to any situation! God bless you, and heaven smile upon you, Sis. Audrey! Thank you again for taking the time to read and comment to this post.
Blessed and sound Post, Sister Jackie! This is a reminder for me to do daily as it is all we can do is what we can do and God can do the rest. Thank you and God bless you!
Amen! And yes, life is so much easier when we stand aside and allow God to do what He does best. Thank you so much for reading and responding to this post. Heavenly blessings upon you.