Running on Empty?

Recently, a friend sent a cute photo of a gas dial where the needle was in a particularly common place "EMPTY". The strange thing about this photo is she has seen my gas tank at this point more than most people. At first I reasoned that I'll fill up later because there are more urgent needs now that need my attention than stopping for fuel. Then I have to admit that I actually don't like gas stations...I've had a few issues shall we say with some hoses being dragged around due to me not putting them back in their proper holders. Always rushing. Then there's that smell of gas that really brings me some bad memories because as a child I accidentally drank gas and had to have my stomach pumped. I thought it was cool aid...cool aid that needed more sugar! I laugh now, however, seriously, that was the Lord watching out for me even at that age. Then, I notice what was written below the funny photo. It was this: “Many of us harbor hidden low self-esteem. We deem everything and everyone more important than ourselves and think that meeting their needs is more important than meeting our own. But if you run out of gas, everyone riding with you will be left stranded.” (T.D.Jakes) ♥ I hate to admit this but this recently happened. I felt spiritually, physically and mentally empty. I thought I was doing things for the Lord...trying to be all things to all people, and it caught up with me. After many sleepless nights, I felt empty. But thanks be to God, He placed Godly friends who prayed for me. What Satan meant for bad, God turned into something good. I'm not a spring chick...I can't keep running on empty. What's crazy is I don't have to do all this running. I'm the one getting on people when I see them doing too much. Like the flight attendant's say in case of an emergency, place the oxygen on yourself first, then the child. I am so thankful I have Godly friends that know me well enough to know when to pray and when to say "STOP". So I did something this morning I haven't done in a long time. I went back to bed and slept. I woke up feeling refreshed and renewed in my spirit, emotions and my body. Im going to start taking care of myself and practice what I preach for a change. It's gonna be a great day! Thank you Lord!!