Sometimes I just want to shout, “I can’t DO THIS!”
Circumstances can get overwhelming.
Relationships can be frustrating.
And there are days when I just can’t figure out what to do.
I was having one of those week recently, and God used my little one to help me see the missing piece in my process.
Aster was trying to play a game on our iPad when she shouted, “Mom, I can’t do this!”
She was in the living room and I was in the kitchen washing dishes. Without even really thinking about what I should say, I instinctively responded: “If you can’t do it, just bring it to me.”
And as those words came out of my mouth, I realized that is God’s response to me, when I’m struggling.
He says, “If you can’t do it, Renee, just bring it to Me.”
When I’m hurting, overwhelmed, or confused.
God says, “If you can’t ___________ just bring it to Me.”
This week if you start feeling overwhelmed, confused, frustrated or uncertain …. remember to bring it to God.
Take what you can’t handle and put it in His hands.
Watch God take your “I can’t…” and turn it into something He can.
What is an “I Can’t…” that you can give to God this week? Share it in the comments and let’s pray for each other this week. How about we share ours, and then leave a short prayed for someone who left a comment above ours. {I’ll go first}.
Your “I can’t” can be as simple as “I can’t get all the laundry done” or as complicated as “I can’t figure out God’s will for my life” or as private and short “I can’t forgive my husband”. {If you’re reading this via email, please click here to leave a comment below this post on my blog}
I am struggling at letting go of a very long term friendship that is clearly not working out and I have asked the Lord for signs to let me know if I need to put any more effort into it.The signs are I need to let go but its hard to forgive this person and move on without bitterness or sadness.
I am really struggling in my marriage right now. Our family has just moved from AZ to NC in hopes of becoming closer. Everything seems to be unraveling at the seams. My husband and I prayed long and hard about this move and believe without a doubt that it was God’s will, but I just do not understand the struggles we are having as a family. My husband seems so angry and feels alone and not respected or appreciated. This is causing great struggles in our marriage and I just do not know what to do. I have had a past sin that he has not completely forgiven (I do not think anyway) and it is breaking my heart. The song by Plumb comes to mind, “How many times have you heard me cry out
“God please take this”? I just can’t….
I can’t seem to find God’s will for my life or forgiveness for a very special soul. I’ve asked God to show me and have prayed nonstop but I feel like a hamster on a wheel with no place to go. I need God’s answers.
Julie,
I am praying that God would make his will clear to you for your life. Lord, please guide Julie that she would see your will for her life. Make your will clear as day so she can clearly see that path. Give her Your heart for forgiveness and bring her peace. Blessings to you Julie! 🙂
Praying for you tonight Michelle!!! God is there with you and I will be praying He will help you find a renewed purpose in your life! I will pray He will connect you with a church family as well.
I don’t know what Gods will is for my life. I suffer from anxiety, panic attacks and migraines of course all of this brings depression. I’ve had a very challenging life, my husband leaving me with 2 young sons, I had no job, no place to live and no family within 5 hours. That was 14 years ago, today my boys are grown and living in different parts of the country, I suffer from anxiety, panic attacks and daily migraines, I’ve had to move back near my family and am living with my brother, I’m the only Christian in my family, I don’t have a job, health insurance, and my sons live far away from me. I have no idea how I’m going to make it or what Gods will is for my life. I’m searching for a good church home. I feel so out of control and can’t do this anymore . I so long for peace and to be healed so I can live a normal life. I worry all the time and get very stressed so easily. God help me I just can’t keep this up.
Praying for you tonight Shirley and all of the many requests above…I just read in Psalms 27: 14 wait on The Lord be of good courage and He shall strengthen thine heart…all of Chp 27 is so encouraging. Read it outloud claiming victory in Jesus. We’re too tired and weak but He is powerful and strong!
My husband lost his job last week. Land where we live is being sold and having to pack to move. Trying to care for my Mom and I stay tired all the time.
I am praying for all of you that have posted above! I know God is able! Dear Lord help me to know your will. I’m so tired of dreading church because my new pastor is my ex boyfriend but not wanting to leave because this is where my family attends and this is where I’ve went all my life. I’m so tired of the long distance relationship that I’m currently in yet I can’t find the courage to break it off because I keep hoping he will get a ortho residency close to me this coming year. I’m so tired of beating myself up over past failed relationships which I know are going to eventually lead me to the right one…even though I have dreams for miles and my life has been different than I had ever planned at almost 29. Lord help me to be content with where I am at this point in my life because you are faithful and your plan and timing is always perfect! Romans 8:28
I have had several medical problems going on lately, I do not enjoy my job any more, I want to retire but do not think finances will allow it. I have been asking God for His timing, His love to show those I work with, His joy to share at work.
Father God, I lift Jennifer up to you. I ask for your love to shine through her for her boss. I ask that you give her a peace and joy that can only come from you because you know that we cannot in our flesh love unconditonally. Thank you, in Jesus name I pray.
I can’t get past the hatefulness of my boss.
Dear Lord, please help Jennifer as she goes into work. Fill her with your love as she works along side of her boss. Give her your eyes when she sees her boss. Let her heart see her boss as you do. And Lord show Jennifer how to respond to the hatefulness of her boss. Help Jennifer commit to praying for boss. Show her what you want her to do. Use Jennifer to bring love, peace and kindness to her work area. May you rule in Jennifer’s heart and mind. May you be glorified Lord!
Dear Lord, in the name of Jesus, I can’t figure out what You want me to do with my life. Please give me the ability to listen as You speak to me and give me the courage and whatever else it takes for me to be still so that I can hear what You are telling me. Also I can’t understand what is going on in my defiant grandson’s life. Please help me to help him. I know that You will come through for me. AMEN
Renee, I truly thank God for you. Keep on keeping on in His name.
I can’t seem to keep my life straight. God has given me a beautiful family, my mother and father are still with me i have amazing friends, i finished high school, why can’t i seem to get over my fear on moving forward at bay so my life can continue. Dear Father in Heaven, thank you for Renee’s stories and experiencing, through her constant notifications i have been able to open my heart from a couple a years ago.