Monday, September 8, 2008

I am finding myself under immense brokenness. I can't put my finger on it, but it feels almost like depression has hit me and I don't know where I stand anymore. I've lost my hunger, I've lost motivation, oh God, what is happening to me?

I feel so alone. I can't concentrate on the many things that I need to. My heart feels heavier than it used to be. There's a pain when I speak. Amidst all of this brokenness, I cannot bear the fact of the many things that are not under my control. The fact that I can't turn back time and relive the many of the moments that I've had. The fact that I am here even though my heart is longing for an adventure outside of this mundane life. The fact that my future is upon me, whether I want it to or not.

Reality is such a hard thing to face. When everything seems to come down on you, how are you supposed to react? I just want to see the beauty in all of this. I want to feel good again, to see life as it truly should be. Not in such horrible pain and sadness. God, take this burden from me. Oh, what a wretch I am.

This week, I came across a beautiful song. Worship has always been my favorite genre a music. That's because it's not really a genre, but a lifestyle we live. Chris Tomlin recently released fifth album, Hello Love. There is one song on the CD that I am truly in love with. The song came at such a right time for me, and what a magnificent reminder to turn to God in our darkest hours.

I Will Rise by Chris Tomlin

There's a peace I've come to know

Though my heart and flesh may fell
There's an echo for my soul
I can say 'It is well'


Jesus has overcome
And the crave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow , no more pain
I will rise on eagles wings
Before my God, fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise




Oh Lord, I miss her very much.

2 comments:

Kevin Chiou said...

I'm glad you can be so candid about your life. There are too many people afraid to show themselves, like me.

Kchiou

Unknown said...

hi you! check out isaiah 41:9-10 and romans 8:28 :) i really believe that God is using your suffering and brokenness for something greater! i know how hard it is to trust Him through everything and especially in His timing but i know he has an amazing plan for your life that he has yet to reveal! :) don't forget to bring everything before him & i'm praying for yooouu! i miss you ryan chennn!!