Stepping Back for the Step Up
I have found myself lots of times trying to be a mediator and peace keeper for different situations. I found myself taking on the burdens of those I hold close to me, even when I’m going through my own struggles.
There was a situation in specific where I wanted to defend a close friend of mine. Someone brought to my attention that some things were said about her although wrong has taken place on both sides this particular person only disclosed what my friend had done wrong. Me being the person that I am instantly jumped into protective mode.
I instantly wanted to result back to my old self and come with the receipts! I instantly felt convicted and decided not to. Instead, I reached out to my closest friends to get their advice on the situation. One in particular called me and I explained everything that took place. I asked her how should I approach the situation or if I should just leave it.
There was something she said in particular that stuck with me still to this day. She said, “It’s a party that you weren’t invited to, the party would still have taken place whether you knew about it or not. Take yourself out of the middle of the equation and put God in it.”
Yes! I instantly balled my eyes out! Such truth and just depth. It hit me straight in the gut! She prayed with me and I instantly just released it to God. I took myself out of the equation and placed God in it.
It not only showed me that I have no control over this situation, but it has also showed me that I need to step back from a lot of situations similar to this. So often I would put myself in the situation to help eliminate the pain or anger the individuals were feeling, but instead I would feel the hurt, I would feel the pain, and I would feel just physically and emotionally drained.
It was time for me to STEP BACK not just for my well- being, but I had to step back so that I could STEP UP and STEP IN what God has for me. It was then that I realized I never released everything that I would go through or just encounter to God!
I STEPPED BACK from everything, realigned my sight on him, and STEPPED UP to fulfill his purpose!!
It wasn’t easy at first but it makes a difference, causes change, and brings peace! I can truly say that by doing so I have seen God move and answer prayers!!
What is it that you have been trying to be the mediator for? Is it in relationships of those around you? Is it in your own life?!
Put the pen down and allow God to write your story! Take your hands off the wheel and let Jesus take the wheel!!
