As I was sitting here thinking about my foot surgery, I got a thought about how it feels to have crutches.
You may have heard people say that followers of Jesus use God as a crutch.
That statement is not meant to be positive but instead a negative view on our dependence on God.
I've always thought that it was OK to acknowledge that God is a crutch. So what? That means He supports me when I'm weak. The Bible says when I am weak He IS strong.
But to be honest, I don't view it that way anymore.
I have been on crutches for less than a week and I don't want them anymore. Now I know, many times we don't enjoy some of the changes God does in our lives because we have lived our life one way and it can be hard to change, but hear me out.
In 3-5 more weeks my recovery will be done. In fact, I will likely be off crutches in a week or so.
- You don't always need crutches.
- But you do always need God!
- Crutches are intended for the short term.
- God intends to be with you for eternity!
I am thankful that I don't use God as a crutch, but rather...
...as my guide,
...my father who knows best,
...my friend who is closer to me than even Shami is.
Who needs crutches when you have God!!
1 comment:
Good perspective. I always thought that it was ok for Him to be my crutch, but I don't want Him for just a short time. Thanks again for a good word. Get well soon.
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