"The Awakened Emotion"

"The Awakened Emotion"

Emotional Tennis

Proverbs 14:30 (Amplified)
A sound mind makes for a robust body, but runaway emotions corrode the bones.

In this profound yet so simple proverb, we see that human emotion, uncontrolled, was then and still is now a widespread epidemic that challenges all of humanity. And if not brought under submission of the one expelling them, our emotions can become a terminal illness unto ourselves.

Knowing that our bone structure (skeleton) maintains the support and foundation of the rest of our body and without it, our body cannot function we see just how important and powerful this subject can be.

Just like the game of tennis, sometimes the ball is set perfectly before us to hit back to the opponent and other times it comes straight towards our faces and pops us in the eye leaving us crippled and calling for help. We also toss the ball back and forth, again and again and it seems like this game never ends.

It is a known fact that women are extremely emotional creatures. Yes ladies, we can openly admit this hard to admit, Truth. Even if you are one who rarely shares this side of yourself in the presence others, you cannot deny that as a woman you deal with an abundance of feelings and deep-rooted thoughts that can either make or break us. I know I am not alone in stating that I just want to scream sometimes. Life can do that to you; CAN I GET A WITNESS?

Man, I ask God at times " Can I catch a break". And there are many occasions that I just want to know, what is the point in having to deal with all of this emotional stuff? I cannot believe some of the situations that I have had to endure lately where I almost lost it ALL of it. But as I take a step back and observe each situation carefully, I can distinguish what causes chaos within us that sends everything within us off balance.

What I have found over and over is that we are thrust into situations that we have no idea how we are to deal with and this is where our emotions can begin to consume us. Understanding the common emotional triggers we continue to face is the first step towards Awakened Emotions. Here is a simple observation of negative attachment that can shake our emotions and I have found to be helpful in identifying problem areas in my life.

Un-forgiveness- is a disease and can prevent us from being sensitive, open and kind to those who have hurt us.

Fear- is a disability that prevents us from trusting which prompts us to put up a wall where nothing can come in and nothing can go out.

Pride- Deters fruitful relationships and prevents us from being able to learn and grow and is also an extreme blocker of blessings.

Grief- is trap that can keep us stuck and hold us bound to the one way of thinking that leads to hopelessness and nowhere else.

Envy-is a weapon of mass destruction for all parties involved. Embracing this only leads emptiness. Being content with what you have is the only way to conquer this.

Disappointment- is like a bow and arrow that is always pointed at someone to blame even self. Until we simply let it go, we find no validation in which we are or even who others are in our lives.

Loneliness- can leave us vulnerable to unfruitful relationships and attacks from the enemy that can catch us unprotected.

Worry- is like riding a bike that is chained to a tree and makes the effort useless. What's the point?

Guilt- is like being afraid to look in the mirror and see our own mistakes and allowing them to subtract from who we are instead of adding to the growth of our character.

These are all areas in my life that I had to come to terms with and that I still deal with today. Learning how debilitating these things can be, if I allow them, in my life and how these things induce emotional flare makes me more aware and then I am able to take a deep breath and a pause and regain myself before the emotional tennis match dares to begin.

Jesus has empowered each of us by granting us the privilege to cast our cares upon Him. I don't know about you but I don't hold on to my trash on garbage day. I don't want it. It stinks. They said they are coming to get it and I am giving it freely.

Well ladies, it's time to go. Tennis match over. We are taking control by walking out of chaos and into The Awakened Emotion.

The gift of laughter is an emotion that I will not forsake and is the one emotion that I carry with me daily.

Reflection: Are you tired enough of being an emotional train-wreck? Do you want to get to where God is leading you with out the roadblocks?

Prayer: Father, God Almighty. You are my only source of strength and right now I recline in your arms where my emotions remain controlled. I admit that I have allowed my emotions to run me instead of the other way around and right now I am reclaiming ownership. I no longer want to be guided by what I feel but by every word that you speak Lord. You are a light unto my path Lord and I desire to follow as long as you lead. Grant me the Awakening you have prepared just for me Lord. In the precious and holy name of Jesus. Amen