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Finding Balance.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Friday, June 20, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "A false balance is abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight."  
—  Proverbs 11:1 

The Series Subtitle: Finding Balance. Part 6

Affirmation: "I choose balance. My life is aligned, my priorities are clear, and my decisions reflect peace, purpose, and strength."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 6: Relationships in Balance: Giving and Receiving Without Burnout

Balanced relationships are built on mutual strength, not constant sacrifice. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, "Two are better than one… For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow." Healthy connections lift you, not drain you. If you are constantly pouring without ever being refilled, an imbalance sets in. Giving without receiving leads to burnout. Receiving without giving leads to entitlement. The balance lies in the flow of both.

God designed relationships to be a two-way exchange of encouragement, support, love, and truth. Even Jesus, who served multitudes, had close friends and received support. He wept with others, dined with others, and allowed others to minister to Him. If He needed that balance, so do you. You are not failing when you ask for help. You are honouring the design of the community.

Examine your relationships today. Are you carrying people who never lift you? Are you afraid to receive because you think it shows weakness? Let go of guilt. Let others bless you as you bless them. The healthiest connections are marked by shared strength and mutual growth.

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Connect

Consider a relationship where you give constantly but rarely receive in return. That tension reveals imbalance. Now, think of one where you feel refreshed, seen, and strengthened. That is what balance looks like. Pursue more of the latter.

Extend

In scripture, Paul poured into Timothy but also needed encouragement from Titus. Naomi mentored Ruth, but Ruth's loyalty gave Naomi hope. Even Jesus sent disciples out in pairs, not alone. Healthy relationships are collaborative, not one-sided.

Reflection And Application

Write down two people you consistently pour into. Then, write about one person who strengthens you. Reach out to them. Let the exchange be mutual. Let this be a reminder that love flows both ways.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"You were never meant to carry everyone and call it strength. Balanced relationships give, receive, and grow together."

Inspirational Quote Video and Audio

Let Us Pray

May God bless your heart with wisdom to build balanced relationships. May He remove guilt from receiving and pride from overgiving. Let your connections reflect grace, support, and strength. May you find people who lift you as you lift others, and may your relationships bring peace, not pressure. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship