Knowing our limits

To all perfection I see a limit, but your commands are boundless. Psalm 119:96

I once burned out due to overworking for my friend's business. I have heard the Holy Spirit say, “You deny yourself for Christ, not in denial for men”. I no longer ignore God's warning light. Pain, fatigue, and no joy are the warning lights. When I looked deeper, I discovered that I didn't know my limits. I rationalized that suffering is a chance to build resilience and faith in God. My false sense of trust in God has been used to disguise my lack of self-awareness and my identity based on works.. 

Knowing our limits means knowing ourselves as well. The world exalts the notion that we are limitless, as in the "have it all, be it all" mindset, which can lead to us exceeding some limit in life and disregarding our unmet needs. When Jesus asked the blind man “What do you want me to do for you?”. The blind man knows his limitations and needs, he says, "I want to see.", and Jesus performed the miracle. As we reach the end of our limits, God's divine intervention begins. Constraint lies in God's strength, made perfect in our weaknesses.

Self-compassion is essential. Be kind to yourself and don't condemn yourself for "something is wrong with me. ” Exploring our feelings can open doors for God's invitation to lead us to something greater. God reveals His goodness in our suffering and pain and He always seeks to restore and redeem us in our lives.  

Also, don't hesitate to seek assistance from others. There are times when we are in our blind spots, and others are able to offer new perspectives and clarification, as well as provide support and prayers.

Last but not least, embracing our limits means connecting with the source of life, that is, God, who is with us every step of the way and carries us high with His lovingkindness when we feel weary. 

Blessing prayer: We embrace our limitations as an opportunity to find your strength in our weakness and do much more than we could on our own. In Jesus' name, Amen.