Fireproof Part 3: Break Ups

For this week, I wanted to talk about something I know many of us have gone through or may be in the mist of facing: break ups. I feel that this topic is important because how you handle a break up can make a huge impact on your life. 

Let me start off by saying I can personally relate to how terrible break ups can be. I know what it feels like to invest so much time and effort into one person and then have it fall apart right before your eyes. I know first hand the pain and anger that comes from the separation of two hearts. You may not see the light at the end of the tunnel just yet, but I promise you it's there! You have to discipline yourself to keep moving forward through the hurt, which I know may be a lot easier said than done. At the end of every storm, you come out stronger and a little wiser than you were before the storm. Rest assured that God feels your hurt and He will comfort you and get you through anything! One of my favorite Bible verses is Proverbs 3:5-6 which says "Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take" (NLT). This verse is so important because we have to understand that even though we may not understand why certain things are happening in our lives, God knows what He is doing! You have to consider the possibility that God has something better planned for you! 

Do NOT handle a break up by doing things like constant partying, breaking their things, staking them, trying to make them jealous, isolating yourself from the rest of the world, falling for the next person who is remotely nice to you, or flirting with every other person that walks by. These things are just simply unwise and are not going to help you. Instead, try surrounding yourself with Godly people who have your best interest at heart and are going to help you through your tough time! You could also partner with someone else who may be going through what you're going through so you two can help lift each other up! But of course, seek comfort in The Lord first and foremost, for He will always provide. Be mature about it and stay classy my friends! 

If you and your partner are considering breaking up, I advise you to seek Gods counsel! Maybe you guys are just going through a rough patch in your relationship that doesn't necessarily have to lead to breaking up. Remember that God is capable of getting you through anything and can fix all things! "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand" (Isaiah 41:10 NLT). Talk it out and think things through before you potentially enter into a world of hurt. Always remember, GOD IS GOOD AND HE LOVES YOU!!! Stay Strong! 

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. (Psalms 34:18 NLT)