Do you believe that negativity might hold you back?

As you read my blog, I noticed you dealing with negative opinions about me. I also heard you express during various challenges: “It is not fair that...”, showing a persistent reluctance to relinquish control over situations that appeared unjust. Whether you hold negative views about different people or struggle to release control over unfair situations, today’s message is meant for you. 

Everyone experiences being "stuck" in certain areas of life, but not everyone takes the time to reflect on their life and relationships. Many individuals overlook different aspects of their lives and are often influenced by hidden forces such as lust and greed, which lead to dissatisfaction and repetitive cycles.

If you're feeling trapped and frustrated by a problem, the good news is that you have the ability to tackle it. The encouraging part is that you are aware of areas in your life where you feel like you're running in circles, repeating the same actions without real progress. However, determining the necessary steps to take is the tricky part. How can you determine if something is a step in the right direction?

Perhaps playing a number puzzle game might help. The objective of the game is to arrange the numbers in order by using the "hole" for temporary moves. Once the numbers are mixed up, the only way to return them to their original sequence is by reversing the steps used to shuffle them.

Similarly, when you face a difficult situation, you must recognize and correct the missteps and misalignments that brought you there, concentrating on personal changes rather than trying to alter the challenging circumstances. 

To move past feeling "stuck," you can pray for God to show you how the Holy Spirit is assisting you right now. This will allow you to collaborate with Him in these areas of your life and focus on making changes within yourself, rather than in others. 

The Holy Spirit aims to assist you gradually by using the "gaps" in your life to facilitate adjustments and changes. Over time, different misalignments with God and others are adjusted. Once the issue is resolved, you may be surprised at how such a complex problem was tackled through seemingly small steps. 

You can let go of the urge to control every aspect of your life and your ideas on resolving complex problems or relationships. By inviting Him, the Holy Spirit will show you the next step in the right direction. His guidance might seem minor or unimportant in your current situation, but each step taken under His direction is a step forward. 

Today, during this unique devotional period guided by the Holy Spirit, I suggest playing a Number puzzle game. Invite the Holy Spirit to assist you in overcoming challenges and resolving issues. You can download the Numpuz app on your phone or search for another game. Use this time to reflect on areas where you feel stuck, asking the Holy Spirit to uncover inner obstacles to your spiritual growth. 

Combining gaming with prayer might seem unusual, I know, but since other methods haven't worked for you, why not try something different? While you play and think about a specific challenge where you feel stuck, ask the Holy Spirit to show His current role in your life. What actions is He guiding you to take? What gaps exist in your heart, and how should they be filled?

You can collaborate with Him to concentrate on a particular area of your life, continuing to progress and develop. Don't let negativity trap you in one spot, hindering your growth. There's always something you can do.

Beloved, we are God 's children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. 1 John 3:2 ESV