SPIRITUAL THERAPY

2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.

THE PROCESS THAT LEADS TO HEALING CAN BE SO PAINFUL THAT MANY CHOOSE TO STAY WOUNDED.

For several years, I have had a nagging problem with my lower back.  Sometimes it hurt a little more than other times, but it didn’t prevent movement or hinder me from accomplishing whatever I desired; it was just always there…until February when it became a full blown problem.

I have been going to Physical Therapy to avoid surgery and believe me IT IS A PAINFUL PROCESS.  

The stretching, the manipulation, the deep heat, the electrodes and practically jumping off the table when the tenderest spots are touched…then, the sore muscles; the aching body that barely dulls your screaming back enough to sleep. 

THEN, SUDDENLY, you notice you are walking straighter, bending over without thought; you can maneuver up the stairs without dread and there were actually moments during the day when you forgot the pain.

So it is with our Spiritual Wounds.  We put up with them for so long; modifying our “walk” as they become incorporated into our daily lives.

UNTIL ONE DAY…

It becomes a full blown problem that hinders our Spiritual Walk.  We are no longer able to go through the motions or accomplish the simplest tasks of our Call.  It is time for some Spiritual PT. 

You will be stretched.   When the Holy Spirit begins to touch the most tender spots, you will cry out in pain.  Your raw and wounded heart may cause you some restless, sleepless nights as you continue to deal with the deep rooted hurts.

THEN…SUDDENLY, you notice that you are walking a little straighter; mercy and forgiveness have replaced the bitterness and vengeance; and you are focused on the plan God always intended just for you.