Have you ever said or even thought, “I cannot do this anymore”, “I am finished”?
A feeling of hopelessness is more debilitating than any physical limitation.
It seems that in the 21st century people give up too easily. The truth is that giving up is not always a bad thing. There does come a time when giving up is the lesser of two evils. But giving up can become a lifestyle, an escape from life’s challenges.
Giving up does not build character, strength or success. Jesus faced opposition from the day he was born to the day he died. Opposition from political and religious groups. Opposition from family and friends. In the end it was Judas, who, for 30 pieces of silver, betrayed Jesus with a kiss.
Jesus never exhibited any bitterness; revenge was not in his character. In fact, his last words reveal a man who deserves our respect. “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.”
I don’t know why you feel like giving up, throwing in the towel, but I know that Jesus understands your battle.
Maybe you should stop and think first, and get a bit of advice.
Remember, “Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world.”
You are not alone!
