March 9 – HEALTHY FRUSTRATION

Peter started in, defending himself saying, “We gave up everything to follow you!” (Mark 10:28)

                Do you ever reach a place of frustration; where you feel that you have done enough? Sometimes, you may work tirelessly, devoting all your energy to work that doesn’t seem to amount to much. In those times, you may focus on what you have given up, and all your hard work. You can easily lose focus on what God is calling you to do.

                Peter did what people often do in such times of frustration. He looked around, compared himself to others, and said, “I have done better than them.” Peter did not hear Jesus say what he wanted to hear. He was looking for praise and affirmation. After all, he had left his home and family, the family business, his standing in the community, and all that made him feel comfortable. Jesus told him, despite all of that, he still had not earned God’s favor. Nothing he could do would earn God’s favor. He’s saying that to you too. There is still nothing you can do to earn what the Lord offers to give to you. You can only accept Him and His way.

                Frustration is healthy. It’s good for you, when it drives you to Jesus Christ. Like Peter, let your frustration lead you to relationship with Him today.