WHEN IT ALL DRIES UP
Tim Stafford describes the frustration and anguish that causes doubt in the hearts and minds of all Christians from time to time: “Each doubt is different. Prayers aren’t answered. Some sin seems unconquerable. A church service appears suddenly absurd. Scripture, prayer, worship become dry and mechanical. The suffering of a friend drags on inexplicably. The Bible and science seem irreconcilable. Christian experiences become easily explained coincidences. The miracles of the Bible turn into craziness, the belief of loonies.” “Is there a God? And if there is a God, then (the thought occurs) what are you doing wrong? Your faith must be inadequate. Has God given up on you?” There are times when this cycle of doubt happens; the doubt should not be denied or feared; a better response is to understand it and to waited it out with steadfast confidence in God’s ultimate grace and wisdom. Time will indeed make the difference. Taken from and adapted from “Doubt” by…
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