引言

    昨天看到一篇公众号文章，作者表达了对精神寄托的思考和领悟，引用一下原文：岁月流转，人事变迁，我终于明白，精神寄托可以是音乐，可以是书籍，可以是工作，可以是山川湖海，却唯独不可以是人。他/她发现，人不应将全部精神寄托在某个人身上，原因是随着岁月流转人心易变，而音乐、书籍、工作和大自然等因素在某些时间段可以成为更稳定的精神支柱，但最终的结果证明，真正的精神寄托来自自己内心的强大和充实，而不是他人。他学会了珍惜每一个当下，独立面对生活的挑战，实现了内心的平静和自信。

    总结的非常好，对吗？不过我想谈的是门徒有没有更完美的‘出路’？这样的场景发生在过去、现在和将来的生活中，许多人在面对生活的压力和挑战时，试图寻找生命寄托，为什么叫生命寄托而不是单纯地叫精神寄托呢？因为这些生活的压力经过岁月沉积后最终变成了‘病历’。意识到了这点，人们便开始将这种寄托放在其他人或物质寄托上，即便有短暂的‘成功’，最终仍会有失望和痛苦，缺乏长久稳定的主心骨。作为基督门徒，或许更应该认识到，真正的生命寄托只能来自于神（不是‘神像’而是无所不能的主宰），来自于身心灵的顺服。以下探讨如何通过信仰找到力量，规范行为，从而在生活中体验到平安与喜乐。

圣经的观点

    是啊，凭借人的能力和心思意念怎么能解决这些烦恼呢？依靠主耶稣的教导才能解决这些所谓的问题并不是一句空话，当弟兄姐妹愿意俯伏下高傲的头和身躯、放下自己的欲念、依靠圣经话语向祂祷告祈求时，你就会得到答案。（用✳️代表这段下划线文字）

    看到这篇文章的朋友或许有其他信仰，无妨，且慢慢看完；
    另一方面，作为基督徒的弟兄姐妹也会遇到类似的问题，虽然知道该依靠主的教导和祷告，但还是不可避免的在教会中做着远离主的教导、‘偷偷地’依靠自己所谓的心智和秉性脾气解决问题，但结果也落入了撒旦的手中，最终仍然身心灵俱损，这样的处事方式倒不如那不信的朋友。问题来了，怎么做呢：

一、依靠神，而非他人

    在面对生活的挑战时，许多人习惯性地依赖他人，认为他人可以成为我们心灵的港湾。然而，诗篇 62:5-6 提醒我们：“我的心哪，你当默默无声，专等候神，因为我的盼望是从祂而来。唯独祂是我的磐石，我的拯救；祂是我的高台，我必不动摇。”如何相信“神才是我们真正的依靠”？看看上面带下划线的文字✳️，你就会发现祂的确是我们坚定的磐石和拯救者。

二、寻找‘帮助者’的安慰和力量

    在生活的重担和压力下，我们常常感到疲惫和无助。耶稣在马太福音 11:28 中说：“凡劳苦担重担的人，可以到我这里来，我就使你们得安息。”这段经文鼓励我们将重担交托给神，祂就是我们的‘帮助者’，信靠祂会给我们带来真正的安息和力量。
    无论是真的重担，还是心中的思虑负担，我们都承担不起！。‘重担’是什么呢？这是一个比喻，它不是指你真的肩挑重担，而是指你心里的思虑、担忧和疲乏等，这一些‘心思意念’来自于你的主观臆断，我们不必独自承担一切，当我们愿意向祂祷告祈求时✳️，神愿意与我们分担，给予我们所需的力量和智慧，明白了吗？

三、喜乐来自与’帮助者‘同行

    内心的平安与喜乐并不依赖于外在的环境，而是来自与神同行的体验。腓立比书 4:11-13 中，保罗说：“……，我无论在什么景况都可以知足，这是我已经学会了。……我靠着那加给我力量的，凡事都能做。”没错，你仍然可以把这句经文当作比喻来理解，无论在顺境或逆境，只要依靠神这位‘帮助者’✳️，依靠你灵魂深处的那股力量～～就是创造天地万物的主，我们都能找到满足与喜乐。当你愿意放下自己所谓的‘心思意念’却单单思虑祂的恩典时，你就已经与祂建立起了亲密的关系，如同那个‘无所不能的智能手机’连上了高速Wi-Fi那样畅游世界，没有这个Wi-Fi，这部手机就是一块砖，就无法在生活中感受到祂的同在与帮助✳️。

四、面对内心挣扎的具体行动

• 祷告与读经：每天花时间祷告和读经✳️，寻求神的引导与智慧。通过与神交流，我们可以得到心灵的平静和力量。
• 参与教会活动：积极参与教会活动，建立属灵的友谊和支持网络。这不仅可以帮助我们在信仰中成长，还能在彼此困难时与弟兄姐妹互帮互助。
• 践行爱与宽恕：耶稣教导我们要爱人如己（马可福音 12:31b），在生活中实践爱与宽恕的原则，帮助我们建立和谐的人际关系，减少内心的冲突与挣扎。
• 培养批判性思维：面对社会的灰点和挑战，基督门徒应培养批判性思维，不盲目跟随世俗观念，而是通过祷告✳️和圣经的教导，寻求神的真理。

    圣经的经文很多是用比喻的方式传递给我们，除了理解其字面含义和历史背景外，我们更多的要在上面‘带下划线文字’✳️的情况下方可知道答案，不要臆测经文，要用心灵和诚实去领受。

结语

    基督门徒的生活应充满平安和喜乐，而不是疲惫和挣扎。当我们愿意尊主为大✳️，活在爱人如己的氛围中，我们就能体验到基督带来的自由和丰盛生命。愿每一个基督门徒都能在基督里找到真正的安息和力量，并在日常生活中活出自己的信仰和智慧。有其他信仰的朋友应该也会在生活中遇到这样的问题，如何解决呢？假如依然停留在依靠‘人’和’物‘的阶段，不妨接收主耶稣的教导。

让我们一起祷告！

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A Life of the Disciple: Inner Struggle and Peace

Introduction

Yesterday, I read an article on a public account in which the author reflected on the nature of spiritual reliance. In the original text, the author noted: “As the years pass and circumstances change, I have finally come to understand that a spiritual reliance can be found in music, books, work, or nature, but it must not rest solely on a person.” He/She discovered that one should not place one’s entire spiritual support in another person—because as time goes by, human hearts change. While music, books, work, and nature might serve as relatively stable spiritual pillars at times, the final analysis shows that true spiritual reliance comes from an inner strength and fullness—not from others. He learned to cherish every present moment, face life’s challenges independently, and achieve inner peace and confidence.

That is a very good summary, isn’t it? But what I want to discuss is whether there is a more perfect “way out” for the disciples. Such scenarios occur in the past, present, and future. Many people, when facing the pressures and challenges of life, try to find a source of life support. Why do we call it “life support” rather than simply “spiritual reliance”? Because the pressures of life, when accumulated over time, eventually turn into a kind of “medical record.” Once people become aware of this, they start placing their reliance on others or on material things. Even if there is short-term “success,” it eventually leads to disappointment and pain—a lack of a lasting, stable mainstay.

As disciples of Christ, perhaps we should recognize that true life support can come only from God—not from a “god-image” but from the Almighty Lord—and only through the complete obedience of body, mind, and spirit. The following discussion explores how to find strength through faith, regulate our behavior, and thereby experience peace and joy in life.

The Biblical Perspective

Indeed, how can human effort and our own thoughts and intentions solve these troubles? Relying on the teachings of our Lord Jesus is not an empty phrase. When brothers and sisters humble themselves, laying aside their pride and desires, and approach Him in prayer with the words of Scripture, you will receive the answer. [** is used to represent this underlined text, and ** will be used instead below]

Some readers of this article may belong to other faiths—and that is fine; please take your time to read through it.

On the other hand, many fellow believers also face similar issues. Even though we know we should rely on the teachings and prayer of the Lord, it is inevitable that some among us secretly try to solve problems by relying on our own intellect or temperament rather than on God’s instruction, and eventually fall into Satan’s trap—leading to harm in body, mind, and spirit. In the end, such methods are even less effective than those of our unbelieving friends. So what should we do?

1. Rely on God, Not on Others

When facing life’s challenges, many habitually depend on other people, thinking they can be a haven for our souls. However, Psalm 62:5-6 reminds us:

“Be still, my soul, and wait patiently for God; my hope is from Him. Truly He is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, and I will not be shaken.” How can we be sure that “God is our true reliance”? Look to the underlined text above**—you will see that He is indeed our steadfast rock and savior.

2. Seek the Comfort and Strength of a “Helper”

Under the weight of life’s burdens and pressures, we often feel exhausted and helpless. In Matthew 11:28, Jesus says:

“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” This verse encourages us to cast our burdens on God—He is our helper. Trusting Him will truly bring us rest and strength. Whether it’s an actual heavy load or the burden of anxious thoughts, we cannot carry it all alone. The term “burden” here is a metaphor—not meaning you literally have heavy objects on your shoulders, but rather referring to the worries, anxieties, and fatigue that arise from your own subjective assumptions. We need not bear everything by ourselves; when we pray and ask Him**, God is willing to share our load and give us the strength and wisdom we need. Do you understand?

3. Joy Comes from Walking with the “Helper”

Inner peace and joy do not depend on the external environment, but rather on our experience of walking with God. In Philippians 4:11–13, Paul says:

“I have learned in whatever state I am to be content… I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.” You can think of this verse as a metaphor: whether in good times or bad, as long as we depend on God—our helper**—and on that deep inner strength (which comes from the Creator of all things), we can find satisfaction and joy. When you choose to let go of your own “thoughts and intentions” and focus solely on His grace, you establish a close relationship with Him—just like a “miraculous smartphone” connected to high-speed Wi-Fi, enabling endless connectivity. Without that Wi-Fi, that smartphone is nothing more than a brick and cannot let you experience His presence and assistance in life**.

4. Concrete Actions to Address Inner Struggle

• Prayer and Bible Reading: Spend time every day in prayer and Scripture to seek God’s guidance and wisdom**. Communicating with God will bring peace and strength to your spirit.
• Participation in Church Activities: Actively engage in church events to build a network of spiritual friendships and support. This not only helps you grow in your faith, but also provides mutual aid in times of difficulty.
• Practice Love and Forgiveness: Jesus taught us to “love your neighbor as yourself” (Mark 12:31b). Living out principles of love and forgiveness helps establish harmonious relationships and reduces internal conflicts.
• Cultivate Critical Thinking: When facing the gray areas and challenges of society, Christian disciples should develop a spirit of critical thinking. Do not follow worldly opinions blindly; instead, seek God’s truth through prayer** and the teaching of Scripture.

Many biblical passages convey their messages through metaphor. Beyond understanding the literal meaning and historical context, we must grasp the answers by focusing on the underlined segments** provided in Scripture. Do not conjecture about the text—receive it wholeheartedly with sincerity.

Conclusion

The life of a disciple should be filled with peace and joy rather than weariness and struggle. When we choose to honor the Lord above all** and live in an atmosphere of “loving our neighbor as ourselves,” we experience the freedom and abundant life that Christ brings. May every disciple find true rest and strength in Christ and live out their faith and wisdom in everyday life. Even friends of other faiths may encounter similar issues—if you remain reliant on “people” and “things” instead of receiving the teaching of our Lord Jesus, consider embracing His guidance.

Let us pray together!