We learn early that there are some things that cannot be fixed (repaired). Remember Humpty Dumpty? All the king's horses and all the king's men couldn't put Humpty Dumpty together again after he experienced his great fall. In other words, they could not fix him.
During the last few days, it has come to mind that some things can be fixed, while others are beyond repair. After the bridge fell out of my mouth last week, the dentist fixed it by using adhesive cement to re-attach the bridge. However, when my glasses frames broke this week, I was told that they were not "fixable". So, I am now wearing broken glasses as I wait for the new frames to come in.
I am currently participating in a Divorce Care class which consists of a film series, personal study in the Bible and a workbook, and group discussion which is led by a facilitator. The Bible study for today emphasized that God wants to see me healed. Jeremiah 30:17 is a comfort as God promises to restore health and heal wounds. During our group session this week, I was reminded that the presence of God is the key to my healing. Only God can heal (fix) broken hearts, severed souls, and ripped relationships. A broken heart can only be healed by the One who made it. That brings to mind a Point of Grace song which says, "Heal the wound, but leave the scar. A reminder of how merciful You are."
Living with bitterness and hardened hearts can be like residing in a self-made prison. I have returned, on many occasions, to Psalm 142:7 - "Set me free from my prison that I may praise Your name." Even when a relationship is not restored, God can fix hearts and attitudes.
"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." Psalm 51:10
"Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith..." Hebrews 12:2a
"Change my heart, O God; Make it ever true.
Change my heart, O God; May I be like You."
Lord, fix me.
