The sun cannot shine every day. There will be times when you need to take a break and rest even if you don't know why.
Your body knows when you need to rest, and it will let you know. You can listen or ignore it, but you won't ignore it for long. It will remind you that you have limitations, and the reminder won't come at an opportune time.
Your spiritual life is similar. Be strong but use self-awareness. You cannot do or be everything. Be patient, forgiving, and persistent while understanding your limitations.
Expect some down time. I'm not talking specifically about sin, although it will happen. I'm talking about those times when your faith is not so strong. When you feel weak and discouraged. It's all part of the process. That does not mean it's unimportant though. These down times must be anticipated so that you can learn to get through them the best ways possible.
Depending on the kind of situation, you might need one or all (or more) of these things in your life.
- Increase time in prayer.
- Read the Bible more.
- Spend more time in worship.
- Spend more time with close Christian friends.
- Spend time alone.
- Find a healthy "distraction".
- Call a mentor or ask someone to be a mentor.
- Go exercise. Go for a walk or bike ride.
Prepare in advance for the inevitable times you just aren't up to the challenges of life. You know they are coming, and you probably know how to get through them.
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