Embracing Limited capacity

My “never again moment” happened within the first couple of years of marriage, and I can vividly remember it to this day.

Have you ever had a “never again” moment? 

Mine was pertaining to time and capacity. 

I had been going at a pace I could no longer keep up with in life, until one day everything came crashing down. I was under the illusion that I was able to manage it all well, until reality set in that it was all just a facade. Our culture applauds productivity and hustle to a fault, so I was doing what was normal….right? 

I was overcommitted. Worn. Weary. There was no margin in my days or weeks. The things most important to me like my marriage and spiritual disciplines were slowly not being prioritized.

Have you ever been there? 

I am a naturally driven person, an implementer. I love planning, checking off to-do lists, and accomplishing goals. This is my greatest strength, but can at times be my greatest stumbling block. Raise your hand up high if you can relate!

Years ago, I didn’t have a clear understanding of what to say “yes” and “no” to, and had a propensity to say “yes” to it all - and it felt incredible……for a time. I lacked boundaries for myself, and ultimately for my family. I have learned that saying “no” to the “good” things tends to be the most difficult. 

My “never again” moment led me to a place of surrender, and the Lord taught me so much in that season. He kindly revealed the unhealthy pace I was running, and showed me one of the  motivations beneath all of it. Self- sufficiency. 

Did I really trust Him with my limited capacity, and take him at His word that He has an endless supply of capacity to bear my joys and burdens?

If you find yourself in a similar season, take heart in knowing there is hope. Art of Hope is here to partner with you if you have hit rock bottom and are ready to say “never again”.