Just a Moment

I received a message from one of my friends last night saying, “Thank you for always being there for me even if I’m insensitive at times. I’m too blessed to have you. I feel that you’re the only thing that’s perfect in my life.”

I was shocked upon reading this it’s very unusual. So I asked her, “What’s happening bebe? Tell me if you’re ready.”

Then she told me, “I’m hurting too much. I was always praying for my family but everything got worse. My parents are separated already. My dad had an affair. I thought my dad was different, that he would never do such thing. Why did it have to end that way? I don’t know what I feel right now. God’s love for me is overflowing that I know he’s hugging me right now but it still hurts.”

My heart broke.

1. It’s almost her birthday

2. I met her dad. I can’t imagine that he would do that

3. She's a servant

So I reminded her that, “The more we become closer to God, more challenges will come. Hold on. God is always with you. He would not give you that problem if you can’t handle it. Through that situation, you would learn to fight and appreciate the little things that you have, more. Ask him for guidance, for strength. Pray.”

“Our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” 2 Corinthians 4:17

Last year, my best friend and I had a misunderstanding. It affected me so much that I don't want to attend the remaining review classes anymore because she totally turned her back on me. She's my only close friend at school. It's like "end of the world" for me.

My household head told me during our one to ones to weigh the situation. My best friend - My other friends. Then it made sense.

The “Weight of glory”

Burdens VERSUS Glory (Joy, Peace)

I may be sad about what happened but she's not the only friend I have. Instead of dwelling on it, I should be thankful. And just pray. So I did. I attended review classes, I was able to make new friends.

After a few weeks, she apologized.

We may not always see it, God has been providing breakthroughs and everything will change without us noticing it. Burdens lifted. The heavy becomes light.

Life is “just a moment”. Can't we endure any challenge for a moment? Can't we wait for our peace?

"Victory is just around the corner! Give everyday a second chance." <-My Favorite :p