In a Pickle
A friend recently said, “I don’t like to put you in a pickle.” She did not want her plans to cause me trouble.
In a pickle means in a difficult situation.
Similar expressions include in a jam or in hot water.
We often end up in a pickle or in a jam through no fault of our own.
- Circumstances work against us.
- People’s actions hurt us.
- Weather destroys our property.
- Sickness strikes our family.
We have no control over those situations.
Occasionally we get ourselves in a pickle or in hot water.
Our actions work against us when we:
- Mistreat others
- Break laws or rules
- Refuse to work
Sometimes we add words to this expression.
Examples include:
- In a pretty pickle.
- In a right pickle.
- In a real pickle.
However we say it, we get in a mess.
Simple steps may help us out of our messes.
- Request help from friends, family, or coworkers.
- Apologize for mistakes.
- Pray for God’s guidance.
“I cling to your commands and follow them as closely as I can. Lord, don’t let me make a mess of things” (Psalm 119:31 TLB).
Thanks to Rita Smalley for the suggestion and to Gail Gosser for the photo.
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10 thoughts on “In a Pickle”
No one wants to get themselves in a pickle, that’s for sure. Great explanation today, Diana. Blessings!
Definitely not, Martha. Thank you. Prayers for a wonderful week.
“I’m pickled,”is an expression I used in a recent situation.
Some things I like pickled — beets & bologna. 🙂
Your posts are “top notch”.
Beckham, I still remember the first time I ate pickled beets. They were so good! Thanks for your encouragement and all your great suggestions.
It’s easy to get ourselves in a pickle if we’re not careful what we say. At least it is for me!
Absolutely, Tracy! It pays to watch what we say.
I’ve been “in a pickle” more than once and am thankful we have a loving Father who helps us out of the “pickle jar.” Thank you, Diana.
Amen to that, Katherine. I’m so thankful too. Blessing, my friend.
Great post, Diana! I’m reminded of the Andy Griffith TV episode when Aunt Bee’s homemade pickles left Andy and Barney in a “pickle” trying not to hurt her feelings. I’m so thankful God’s grace is with me during all the pickles I get myself into! Blessings to you!
I love that Andy Griffith episode and wish I had thought of it when I was writing this, Kim. Thanks so much for a fun reminder. I’m also thankful for God’s grace. Blessings, my friend.