I finally set my tent up tonight. And I loaded it with my all the things I’ll be taking with me next year. And it wasn’t that much…. Scary thought. And even scarier to look at… This picture is my house, bed, and belongings for the next year. That’s it.
I have sold my car (which I love) and my Mac book Pro Laptop (which I LOVE LOVE), and most of my clothes, accessories, and other little things that take up residence in the home of a mid-20s college student. And I won’t lie: letting them go was hard to do. But as I did release them, I realized that God kept coming more and more into focus.
Why is this? So many times we say, “Oh no, it’s just stuff. It doesn’t get in the way of my faith.” But when asked to let it go, that’s when the truth comes out. What are you holding on to that makes you get attached to material stuff? That’s all it is: stuff. And we end up with so much stuff that we can’t really see the beauty of God’s will.
“Pick up and go to the ends of the earth for Me.” -But God, I have all this stuff. I can’t just leave it around. I’m too grounded here. It would be more of a problem or burden to go.
“Give what you have to someone less fortunate.” -But God, do you know what I paid for that? Or, what am I gonna have if I give it all to someone else who probably doesn’t even care.
Whatever the situation, and I know we’ve all been there. And when prompted with that question, what is your answer? Are you willing to give it all up because you know God is taking care of you? Or do you hold onto all of it, keeping your comfort zone intact, but follow God with what is left over…
Hold on tight, or let it go. That’s the question. And for me, my hands are open. (That’s for all you Summer Staffers reading this that I miss SO much!)
Love Always,
B
Matthew 19: 21 Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”
