hEAR mE rOCK

God has radically transformed my life- in ways that are almost indescribable. So what happens when I don’t “feel” him? I grew up going to church, learning the verses, following the “rules”, saying the right prayers, attending every function, etc. At some point though, I reduced Christianity to be about me. I tithed, but I treated the church as though it were a high-yield stock. I was putting money in and expecting God to give me more money back. Instead of studying the bible to learn about God, I reduced it to being a really big, old self-help book. I knew that he was comforting in times of trouble, but what was I supposed to feel when there wasn’t trouble? I allowed my relationship with God to be based on my emotions. But here’s the thing, God is constant, and it’s my job to be obedient. Which means I don’t tithe for the return, I tithe because that’s what God commanded us to do. The bible is not just for self-help. It’s a chance for us to learn about the character of God and a guide for us to understand the Law of Christianity. God’s more than just a fuzzy blanket that I can wrap myself up in when things aren’t going my way. He’s a living God that has given me a purpose and walks beside me to guide me. So I’m done reducing God to something I can wrap my mind around and fit inside my pocket. I love listening to God talk to me, but I’ll take comfort when I don’t hear his voice because I know that means he’s already given me the tools and knowledge that I need to deal with that situation. As Christians, we have been given a royal inheritance that entitles us to life beyond just survival. We’re created with authority. Whether or not I hear his voice, or feel his presence doesn’t change who God is. I’m developing a realtionship with him, and I’m learning who he is. That knowledge of God will replace the emotional rollercoaster that so many Christians are left on. Sometimes we need the retreat of a camp or a weekend away. It’s time for renewal. But on those “in between” times, we have to remember just because our emotions have changed, he hasn’t.