Turn to me and be gracious... for I am lonely.
Psalm 25:16
Loneliness can make you do things you wouldn't ordinarily consider.
And if you travel for a living you're particularly vulnerable.
For example, a motel room far from home can become the breeding ground for affairs, pornography, drugs and alcohol.
God said, "It is not good that man should be alone" (Genesis 2:18).
Being in the wrong place at the wrong time has caused many a man and woman to fall.
David prayed, "Turn to me and be gracious… for I am lonely."
You can live beyond Satan's reach by:
(1) Staying close to God. When you're lonely, distancing yourself from Him doesn't make sense. Jesus said: "I am the vine… you are the branches… you cannot do anything without Me" (John 15:5 ).
Jesus is your source of strength and wisdom; He's the One who can meet all your needs.
(2) Coming out of hiding. Get involved in some aspect of ministry. Be willing to be more transparent by getting to know others and letting them get to know you. When you spend time around people who care about you, loneliness ceases to be an issue.
(3) Reaching out. Focusing on yourself is a guaranteed way to feel isolated.
Winston Churchill said, "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Instead of throwing a pity-party for yourself, reach out to those in need by giving of yourself, praying for them and loving them unconditionally.
(4) Forgiving those who've hurt you. Feeling sorry for yourself and harbouring grudges leads to bitterness. Forgive, turn it over to God, let Him deal with the offender and get on with your life!
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