I used to think faith was being confident and secure regardless of the circumstances. Perhaps that you almost didn’t see the circumstances.
But I’ve never had that gift. I see the circumstances. And I see them all. I see the ones many around me don’t see and thanks to letting them rule me for about 25 years, I tend to be VERY cautious. And I thought God wanted to fix my confidence and insecurity BEFORE He could use me.
Lately, though, I’m starting to realize that it’s not about my insecurity being gone; it’s about Him using me through my insecurity. I’m insecure when I pick up a microphone, but when I do it because He told me to and I open my mouth, He gives me the words. I’m insecure when I reach out to serve or befriend a stranger, but He brings security when I step out, not before.
I used to think it was about not seeing the water. Now I see the waves, but I have to step out anyway.
Same here for leading a life group. I completely understand.
Love this, Eric. So true. Our insecurities will always be there because we are human. But hearing His call to step out, helps us in this “dress rehersal for Heaven” that’s commonly known as LIFE!
Love this, Eric. So true. Our insecurities will always be there because we are human. But hearing His call to step out, helps us in this “dress rehersal for Heaven” that’s commonly known as LIFE!
Thanks, Lisa. You are right. This is true in many ways. Both of you, thanks for stopping by!
I love that. He gives us what we need as we step out, not before…Such a good reminder