Energy Overhaul

Energy Overhaul is what believers need right now. Yes, Energy Overhaul.

The enemy (Satan) has some of God's people running on empty and looking miserable. Not at all like they have the joy of the Lord. This is something I have suffered from before. You share your testimony or talk about how amazing God is and all He does and people are looking at you with big question marks on their faces. Why would anyone want to believe in a God and end up looking like your sorry self. Miserable, worn out, no time to do anything but explain how tired and busy you are. That makes no sense. I even see people complaining about something that they feel God asked them to do like it is a chore. God does not ask people to do things that make a person so miserable they can't be nice or civil to others. Whoa, stop, rewind, I'm not talking about people who choose to live differently because of what God has called them to do. Those people are happy to make that choice and they look content as if God is blessing them no matter what little they may have.

I'm talking about the people who are having a little misunderstanding about God's plan for His people. A plan to prosper and bless them, not make them worn out and looking like they got hit by a cup of misery and turmoil.

God says He will "Give us all His joy and all His peace". Wow! We should be walking around smiling like God is the answer to every one's need, not anti-depressants or a good counselor.

It is time to sit down, take a deep breath, and re-evaluate what is happening in your life. God does not want you to be worn out and unable to bless others. You might be doing too much. You might be worrying too much. You might even be trying to do so much that you are getting no where with any of it. Let's take the story of Mary and Martha. Mary is sitting at Jesus feet listening intenetly as He shares many truths. Martha is busy working in the kitchen, preparing food, cleaning up, and getting really ticked off at Mary for not helping her. Martha complains to Jesus and He tells Martha that He is pleased with Mary because she is putting Him first and listening to His words. Martha is busy making food that Jesus didn't even ask for. How many times do we commit ourselves to things that we really shouldn't because we think that will please God. Really, putting God first and getting closer to Him is what pleases Him and when He begins to reveal things to us the most.

I have heard people say that, "If the World didn't have Martha's, nothing would ever get done". No, that is how we rationalize being Martha's. The truth is that we get a lot farther with God. He can help us manage our time and get a lot more done when we surrender ourselves to Him and let Him help manage our day. It gives God more access to stop the enemies attacks and hindrances. It will allow God to move more on our behalf because we are drawing close to Him pleasing Him with our desire for more of what He has for us.

This is so important to know when you are exhausted with trying to do everything right and still feeling disconnected from God or His plan. The best way to renew your mind and get an Energy Overhaul is to surrender yourself completely to God. Ask Him to help guide you in your decisions. Be smart about what you choose to do and recognize that a good attitude and pure motives help you know that you have a green light for that task. It is when you think it will be a chore and cannot seem to muster up a good attitude that maybe you need to step back and pray for others involved and not try to jump in and run the show.

God wants His people to be fulfilled and have all the keys to the Kingdom without feeling weary. There are many scriptures that will help strengthen you when you say them out loud back to God and stand firm in their promise. Here is one, "I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me....". This is one I often use to fuel up on energy when I'm running low. Another one is, "We are more than conquerors through Him who loves us." Also, "Nothing is impossible with God, and His word never fails to be without power or fulfillment". Awesome! You can get some strength from these words and feel refreshed. A true Key is saying one scripture to God and then walking in it even when you don't feel instant relief. It shows God you are stepping out in faith and His promise will be fulfilled with your faith. Get some renewed strength today and have a chat with God about why you might be worn out and unhappy. God is the solution to every trial. If you ask Him for some help, He will answer you. The Lord wants you to be a testimony for Him not against Him. Remember, our outside reflects our inside. No matter what our circumstances or struggles are, God is there for us and waiting for us to run to Him and walk with Him hand in hand. He has the best for you today. Call on Him and gain strength, He is already waiting to release it into you.