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Drifting

As illustrated in my blog entry, "Those That Gasp for Air" , I've recognized a certain condition that seems to affect (and infect) us all, myself included.  There is a chronic condition of basic doubt and fear that prevents us from more fully trusting God and resting in His sufficiency.  Although I have indeed "tasted and seen that the Lord is good" (PS 34:8) I have repeatedly drifted from that assurance and slid back to trying to find completeness in other things. There have been times of intense insight and spiritual refreshment over the years, followed by drift. There has consistently been a tendency to look for contentment in other things, like success in ministry, financial security, or family. (Jer 2:13) This illustrative blog entry from April 5, 2010 captures my experience over the years and to the present day.  Just as it is possible to doubt the sufficiency of the very air we breathe, I've found it possible and commonplace to doubt the very...