Transitions

If God can change the heart of man, why do we as believers worry about situations and circumstances that we encounter here on this earth? God never said that once we chose Him there would no longer be problems. We strive for an eternal destiny that does entitle us to this existence, but until we transition from our earthly nature into our spiritual nature we WILL meet complications along the way! However, why does the uneven pavement on our road towards glory birth in us qualities that are out of the character and nature of God?

In order to answer this question we must fully understand our nature (carnal; born in sin and shaped in iniquity) and the nature of God (fruits of His spirit). Nothing that God births in the Spirit can be completed in the flesh. (Galatians 3:1-5) This phenomenon is impossible. But back to the original question why do we as Christians become afraid when the idea of transitioning from what we find familiar and comfortable is presented to us from the throne of grace. We constantly ask God to elevate us or take us to the next level, and when He attempts to grant our request all He gets is backtalk! We know, or at least we say we know, that God has everything in control and that all things will work out for our good (Romans 8:28); thus, what is the disconnect between speaking and then modeling the very words spoken?

It starts with faith people of God! And I cannot stress this enough; either you are going to have full faith in God or He will transition your life to where you become fully dependent on Him. Here, your faith will be tested into growing. It’s all or nothing with God. Either you are going to put your trust in Him or you are going to put your trust in your own capabilities, bank account, education etc. God allows you to borrow all of these things; therefore, how can you then flip the script and put your trust in borrowed goods?

It seems so simple when expressed, but I struggle with this disconnect daily. I love God and I trust Him with my life and my well being, but as soon as something doesn’t feel right I’m asking questions. Not necessarily wavering in my faith, but definitely murmuring. God does not tolerate this either. How dare we question an almighty God who has our very life in His hands? People, God desires the best for us, but we must trust His word as valid when He says I know the thoughts that I have concerning you (Jeremiah 29:11). We can read the scriptures, recite them, and genuinely have them grafted within our heart; however, until we decide to become doers and radical believers of His word before, during, and after transition periods, there will always remain the disconnect between speaking and the manifestation of that word.

Good Day!

Nikki