I would like to share one of my favorite videos from http://spiritclips.com/films/tcp entitled, "The Cracked Pot". I find the message of the story very deep and meaningful. At some point in our lives, we can relate to the feeling of being cracked, wounded, lost, and useless. In the midst of all these unpleasant experiences in life, we fail to see our value and feel sorry for ourselves. We lose sight of our purpose and wallow in self-pity. This is a very difficult situation to be in. However, life does not stop here.
This brings me to 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
"My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness." I will rather boast most gladly of my weaknesses, in order that the power of Christ may dwell with me. Therefore, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecution, and constraints, for the sake of Christ; for when I am weak, then I am strong."
Feeling weak and insufficient is normal. The challenge is on how to respond during these difficult seasons in our lives. This is a defining moment for all of us. Others choose to be bitter, angry, and believe that they cannot do something to change the future. Others choose to be positive, persevere, and believe that they have the power within them to change the future. Others choose to hold on to their faith, surrender themselves, and believe that God knows what is best for them in the future.
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