“The Breaking Point” by Andrew Ellis


At some point, we will face a breaking point. A breaking point is when we face a situation that could make us divert from our faith. A breaking point could be struggling with temptations, losing a loved one, losing a job, etc. A breaking point can take us in two directions. We will either go on the right path or we will divert and go in the wrong direction. What decision will we make? Do we stay on the right path or go the wrong way? As Christians, we face situations like this all the time. When we are deciding to put Christ on in baptism, we either go down the path that leads to us being baptized or we go down a path of sin. It does not stop at the beginning of our Christian walk. We will experience other breaking points. These situations will test our faith. How will we respond? Are we capable of facing these breaking points?

We are assured that we are capable of handling these situations. 1 Corinthians 10:13 says, “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”

No matter how tough these situations are we have the capabilities of overcoming our breaking points! Do not get discouraged or distracted! The challenges we face can make us stronger once we overcome them.