The Heavy Cross

 "Some days my cross seems so heavy but no matter what I will still try to help you carry yours."

This has summed up 2011 for me. Some days, I feel like my feet are stuck in the ground, I push forward with the little bit of energy I have just so I can make it to 5 o'clock.  There are times I feel like I'm doing alright if I cant press forward but at least I am still standing!


Some days I feel as if the weight of the world is on my shoulders. I feel like the burdens I carry are not always mine but also others. I think that in this vulnerable moment it is very important to realize that nothing could have been as exhausting as carrying your own crucifix after being physically beaten & emotionally broken.

"Some days my cross seems so heavy but no matter what I will still try to help you carry yours."

In 2011 I have promised to do all I can do in order to make differences in lives around me. I have committed to raising awareness for organizations, I have pledge my time and talents to people who once gave to me - I want to dedicate 2011 to carrying crosses for those who used to help me carry mine.


I can do all things, through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13. Now that is powerful. Here's something to sleep on.


I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens ME. Maybe when you have a heavy cross, and someone you care about has a heavy cross God gave you both heavy loads on purpose. Its called STRENGTH TRAINING. You are being tested, you are training, you are learning. Until you have to help someone: your spouse, your child, your parents, your sibling, your best friend, a stranger - Carry the load that they can no longer carry alone you will never understand compassion. Like wise, until you allow others to help you carry your cross - you will never understand how it feels to be humble.


2011 is going to be a year of constant strength training for me. When you make the decision to volunteer you have made the decision to help lighten the load of others. I know its going to be worth it. I know that I will be so strong at the end - and I KNOW I will endure many tests along the way. I am just so Thankful that tonight, God and a very good friend reminded me that I have an amazing support group.

"Some days my cross seems so heavy but no matter what I will still try to help you carry yours."