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 a prayer for when I need help by Christine Brown read by Liam Martin
 share each other's burdens and in this way obey the law of Christ Galatians 6:2
 when I found out the good news that I was pregnant I rushed out and bought several books on baby's first year including how to get your baby started on a regular sleep schedule
 I soon found out the author's didn't take into account things like food sensitivities unexpected illnesses feeding issues or host of other factors that can affect a baby's ability to rest
 and if baby doesn't sleep neither does Mom or Dad
 I remember feeling inadequate as a mom I thought something was wrong with me had all the books for goodness sake why couldn't I figure this out I wanted to be a good mom I tried everything but I just couldn't get him to sleep well I needed help but I didn't want to ask so I let myself fall deeper into despair instead of reaching out and Galatians 6:2 the Apostle Paul encourages the church with this share each other's burdens and in this way obey the law of Christ
 he knew there would be times when we'd need help and it's a fellowship of Believers we can fulfill God's great plan by being there to help carry one another's burdens
 is helping others was important enough for Paul to mention to the early church why do we struggle with it today why is it so hard to ask for help
 I for one love being the helper I love serving and giving but when it comes to seeking help in my time of need I hesitate I feel like I'm being a burden or that my people will resent me asking
 but it's actually contrary to God's word serving others brings Joy purpose and abundant blessing our family and friends are often glad we asked and eager to lend a helping hand
 Luke 6:38 reads give and you will receive your gift will return to you in full pressed down shaken together to make room for more running over and poured into your lap the amount you give will determine the amount you get back so reaching out maybe uncomfortable we may feel vulnerable putting our knees out there but when we do we're giving others the opportunity to give and receive a blessing
 I remember one day when I'd reached a low point with my precious infant and I didn't know what else to do and then my sister-in-law called she asked how I was doing and I burst into tears she's simply said pack up a bottle and a diaper and bring the baby to me for a few hours
 her gesture instant peace and calm to my weary heart
 if you need help today I pray God will bring to mine someone you can reach out to
 may God give us the courage to move past our apprehension and ask for help
 let's pray together dear heavenly father there are times in life when I feel overwhelmed times when I think I should be able to handle everything on my own and times when I've chosen not to ask for help forgive me Lord for not reaching out help me to see the blessing that comes with asking for help
 your word teaches us as a body of Christ we're just dying to share our burdens were called to lift one another up and serve your children you never intended for us to handle everything on our own help me remember this the next time I struggle with asking for help allowing others to help me opens the door for you to work in and through us
 Lord you also promised to bless those who give what a wonderful gift thank you for teaching us how important it is then the app for help
 bring to mind someone I can reach out to for help a friend family member neighbor or someone from church I know you have the right person in mind who be glad to help
 thank you for the blessings we receive when we help serve and gif
 in Jesus name I pray amen
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