Fists clenched and turning blue

I’m trying, I’m trying

what is it that I can’t seem to let go of

am I controlling

how does gripping tightly help 

what can I possibly do by holding on

I’m just a human being

isn't Almighty God capable

But…………….

what I know now 

is no amount of gripping tightly will change a thing

Lord, help me let go

why is surrender so scary

I feel if I do I will lose it

I trust you Lord

I think

Lord, unclench my fists

please

The hard truth is that none of us has control over much. Let that sink in a little bit! Doesn’t that feel a bit scary? I mean, we do have some control, like what we eat and drink, who we hang around, where we attend church, and what we engage in. But when it comes to things like our health, natural disasters, wars, and the weather, we have zero control. 

Here is what I know for sure. The Lord God of the universe will sit with us as we struggle to let go.  He holds deep compassion for us as we navigate what life brings. I also know that in my own strength, I cannot possibly let go of control. I sometimes have to ask minute by minute and every single day for His Holy Spirit Power to strengthen me to let go and release all my worries and fears to Him.

Friend, are your fists clenched? Are they turning blue from holding so tightly? Oh, how my heart aches for you! I know exactly where you are, and I am praying for you right now. 

Christ beside you, Christ above you, Christ before you, Christ behind you, Christ all around you.

Psalm 46:10 - “Be still and know that I am God”