A Prayer to Overcome Burnout
Burnout can show up in many ways. The Bible doesn’t diminish this form of pain and suffering. Instead, it recognizes the complexity of it and how it comes upon us. Scripture tells us, “ We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” (2 Corinthians 4:8-9). In these verses, Paul is referring to multiple types of suffering – mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. What makes this experience complex is the fact that when burnout shows up, several of these types of suffering are often involved which can take a major toll on our spirit. It’s important that we recognize that burnout is a battleground. Yet, we can fight back with the help of God.
It is likely that you will experience burnout in a way that cannot be adequately understood through a single approach. When the complexity of suffering rears us its head, we will find ourselves ill-equipped to deal with the ramifications. However, when we engage with Scripture and understand what the Bible has to tell us about what we’re going through, it can broaden our perspective and enable us to make sense of our circumstances in a new way.
Sometimes the emotional or physical pain of burnout is prolonged. It can continue for weeks, months, even years. This pain can be intense. We may hurt so badly that even those who try to bring comfort feel the pain.
If you’re going through a tough time, take heart. The Lord is Sovereign and He controls all adversity in our lives. That’s why it’s imperative that when we are going through a time of trial that we remember how much God loves us. If He allows us to go through the pain of burnout, then He has something good He wants us to accomplish.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
I’m completely drained and I don’t know if I can continue on this way.
Help me to overcome the burnout I’m experience. There is no obstacle I can’t overcome with You. Amen.
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