I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. —Philippians 4:12-13
Just this past weekend as I was playing with Tanner I thought back to the faith of Abraham and his willingness to follow God wherever he asked. I can tell you right here today that I still do not have the faith to do what Abraham did. (Does that mean I love Tanner more than God?)
We love our safe little lives don’t we? I know I do, and that’s why my faith is so weak. I mentioned this briefly on Aarons blog yesterday, but I’ve been afraid of the “Bring The Rain” prayer forever, simply because I really don’t want to get wet. By “Bring The Rain”, I mean asking God to do whatever it takes to bring me closer to him—knowing full well he has the power to get me through whatever comes my way.
And here I stand, unwilling to ask for fear that he might actually bring some rain and that will mess up my safe little life.
Filed under: Confessions, Faith
I like to think i have faith. lol. I do doubt, but i think without doubt you cant have faith. As far as being able to do what abraham did…NO WAY! that would be impossible.
I love my safe life. My faith was greatest when I was in the ukraine doing mission work. What i noticed being there is…when you have nothing and nothing is taking you away from God Your faith truly can move mountains.
Safe life. Two words so clearly define me, that’s for sure. You’re not alone in that one at all. My greatest fear in life is playing it safe and missing the call to something greater. I don’t want to be one of the 11 other disciples that sat there in the boat. Peter sank, but at least the dude got out of the stinking boat!
Great reminder that God doesn’t call us to play it safe, or be comfortable or be civilized about rationalizing life decisions. He calls for the completely radical, non-religious response of our lives. Now how am I going to put my money where my mouth is?