If most Christians were ever strapped to a lie detector and asked questions like, “Do you worry?” or “Are you scared?” or “Do you have doubts in your Christian walk?”, their answers would be yes.
Many Christians worry and we all have our moments when our trust in God waivers. So does that make us bad Christians? Are we falling short of the mark that we should just give up. No! None of us are perfect, but perfection in Christ is something we must continue to press on toward. During very difficult times when we become anxious and lose our patience, we might not trust God like we should … but those feelings are a part of the Christian walk. What we have to make sure of in those times is that our lapses are momentary, and that we make a quick adjustment to realign with Jesus.
We need to remember that we are at war and that the enemy is constantly attacking us, trying to knock us down and take us out. Sometimes the attacks are vicious, but most times are calm and subtle and usually in the forms of worry, doubt, fear, indifference, procrastination, and frustration.
So how do we get back on track? Meditate of God’s word night and day (Josh. 1:8). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus (Heb. 12:2). Acknowledge God in all your ways and allow Him to direct your paths (Prov. 3:6). Don’t beat yourself up when you slip, but get back on track straight away and Jesus back in mind. I think it’s awesome that Jesus understands our shortcomings, but is still full of grace and mercy, is faithful and will rescue us.
God bless you this month,
Johnny.
