It’s certainly okay not to be okay. For some people taking this stance or position may be hard to do. Well, if that’s you, you are in good company. Paul felt the same way but after pleading with God 3 times to remove a metaphorical thorn in his side this is what he said in 2 Corinthians 12:9, “Each time He [God] said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.”
I am sure if you you do some of your own personal digging you will find several foundational scriptures and encouraging stories that will remind you that you’re not alone. We’ve all been there and to be totally candid with you, I’m there right now.
But let me be clear, being okay with not being okay is in no way throwing in the towel. However, it’s simply not giving up and trusting God no matter the circumstance.
If you can relate to this message today, I don’t know what you’re going through that has caused you to not be okay. But I do know that God can restore the dry places in your life. You must remind yourself about the things God has done for you in the past. Then with humility, go before the Lord and plant seeds of good works (walk in love, serve others, and give to those in need) in your tears (sorrow, sadness, anxiety, or depression).
Galatians 6:9 says,”So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up” and Psalm 126:5 says,”Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.”
Yes it’s okay to not be okay, but it’s not okay to stay in that place and soak.
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