The Independence of the Heart in the New Year

You simply need to trust and follow the path of the Holy Spirit. Find in the following article a guide for your spiritual being.

"Behold, God is my helper; the Lord is the upholder of my life." Psalms 54:4

In the whirlwind of modern life, where responsibilities and demands overwhelm us, it's easy to succumb to the illusion of control. We believe that we are masters of our destiny, that our actions completely determine the course of our lives.

However, this belief is merely a mirage that distances us from the true path of faith. We forget that God is the architect of our existence, the weaver of our dreams, and the guide of our steps.

When we achieve goals, big or small, whether it's a job promotion, a university degree, or a personal triumph, we are filled with a sense of satisfaction and pride. However, this feeling can be misleading if we do not recognize God's hand in our achievements.

"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." Psalms 51:10

It is He who grants us the talent, perseverance, and opportunities necessary to achieve our goals. Without His grace and mercy, our efforts would be in vain. However, sometimes, we fall into the trap of the illusion of control. We take all the credit for our achievements, forgetting the divine intervention in our lives. This arrogance distances us from humility and gratitude, clouding our vision of reality.

It's important to recognize that the illusion of control is just that, an illusion, a false belief that distances us from the truth. It makes us believe that we are independent of God, that we are solely responsible for our success.

This belief leads us to make serious mistakes. We can start to feel superior to others, disregarding the contribution of those around us and denying the need for help from both the Lord and others.

"Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God." 2 Corinthians 3:5

It's crucial to remember that no one achieves success alone. Behind every achievement is a support network, made up of family, friends, mentors, and of course, God. When we lose the ability to recognize and appreciate the help we receive, we distance ourselves from the love and grace of the Lord.

The illusion of control transforms us into egocentric beings, incapable of seeing beyond our own achievements. It prevents us from recognizing the blessings that God grants us daily and leads us to believe that we are deserving of all the good that happens to us.

To avoid falling into this trap, we must cultivate humility and gratitude. Let's remember that all our achievements are the product of God's love and grace, who has given us life, talent, and opportunities to achieve our goals.

"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." 2 Corinthians 12:9

If we have achieved our goals, it is because God has so ordained and because He has used the people around us to propel us into the future.

Let's ask our Heavenly Father to free us from pride and arrogance, to keep alive in us humility and the gift of gratitude, and to always guide us on the path of good.

Let's remember that God is present in every step we take, and that His love and grace accompany us at all times. Let's trust in Him and thank Him for the blessings He grants us, recognizing that our achievements are the fruit of His infinite goodness.