By: Jer
Normally by this point in the week, I like having some resolution for what I’m thinking through, something I can take away. Right now, I’m frustrated because I have more questions than answers. If you haven’t noticed, I like it when things are easy and resolve within a day or so. I enjoy being able to write and offer a word or insight to others. But that’s not where I am at right now, nor do I simply want to make something up. Instead, I’m going to highlight two themes that I’ve come across and the questions associated with that. You are definitely invited to respond and help me process how God might be speaking to me.
The two Scriptures that have stuck out for me are Psalms 23 and Hebrews 12. I’ve been reminded more of who He is, that He is the Author and Initiator of my faith. It seems so obvious, but do I believe or act as though I or someone else is the creator of my faith? Does it speak to my identity as God’s child and creation when too often I may believe that I am unworthy? Is it a reminder for me about where I come from, that my story is not my own, but in fact part of a larger story? Is it an encouragement for the future when I may be tempted to forget where I come from?
At residential one, I was given very clear directions: Don’t just run, trust Me and fly. As I reflect on that phrase, I’m uncertain about how I’ve followed up with that. Am I still running? Am I just starting to trust God? Or am I possibly flying without even knowing it? I definitely feel as though that phrase has been a powerful for me over the past few weeks, so I’m curious as to how God will continue to use it.
Thanks for continuing to journey with me.