This past couple of weeks I've felt very lonely, despite having 36 other people around me. I haven't been connecting in a meaningful way with anyone on my team, and it has been very disheartening.
A few days ago I realized that I was using people to try and fill a need that only God can fill. I have not been spending a lot of time in the Word or in prayer. This really dried me out, so I started looking for a water to quench the thirst. I thought it would be fulfilled in people, but it wasn't. Instead, being around people made me even more alone. Only when I turned to the Lord was this drought satisfied.
It didn't fix the lack of connection within the team, but the loneliness diminished. People will always fail us, especially when we look to them to fulfill us. But the Lord is perfect and will not leave His children dry. He will give us all we need, exactly when we need it.
Here is my challenge for you:
Are you looking to others to gratify a longing in your heart? When you notice yourself doing this, stop and take a moment to ask God what you are trying to fill, and then open up and let Him fill it. He will not leave you empty. Let Him show you His love and friendship and fill the voids in you. Be encouraged.
In Him,
Michael
