Do you have an Achilles’ Heel? (Side note: I broke down and used Wikipedia for this definition because it was as accurate as I knew it to be.)
“An Achilles’ heel is a deadly weakness in spite of overall strength, that can actually or potentially lead to downfall. While the mythological origin refers to a physical vulnerability, metaphorical references to other attributes or qualities that can lead to downfall are common.”
I have been thinking about times when I have been down a sinful path. Was I being rebellious? Was I scoffing in God’s face? Or was I hurting and going to the wrong place for comfort and restoration? Sometimes being vulnerable leads to rebellion. Being rebellious opens one up to being vulnerable. They are very closely related though not the same.
Do you find yourself in circumstances that trigger an ungodly reaction from you? Have you noticed vulnerable people in your life?
- The single mom who is exhausted and starts dating a guy who isn’t healthy for her–
- A fatherless daughter who dresses immodestly and throws herself into the arms of older, dangerous men–
- A stressed out teen who tries to escape the ugliness of this world through drugs and alcohol?
Those people who come to mind as being vulnerable–Ask God to hedge them in and protect them. Intercede for them. Connect with them if that is possible. Think of the times in your life when you were vulnerable and thank God for His love and provision–it was there, even if you didn’t see it or take advantage of it. If you are feeling vulnerable, ask God to protect your heart and stop your feet from going where you should not go or doing what you should not do. Pray that God will grant you a willing heart to do His will. Is there someone who can be your accountability partner? Step out and ask for assistance.
Even if you traveled a difficult path, He can use that experience of yours to minister to others. Maybe God would like you to offer assistance to someone struggling in an area of sin you can relate to.
Check out Proverbs 4.
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Awesome, Liz,
this is so me, and yes, I beg God to use me to help others, because I’ve disappointed Him in so many ways–and at times the Enemy whispers that I’m useless, due to my rebellion and the weak fleshly nature.
Thanks for your ministry.
You are a blessing!!