Black or white- not gray. Right or wrong- not in between.
This is the way I usually see the world, and many times live my life. My tendency is to go from one extreme to another.
I've done this in many situations, including many times on the race. It's quite frustrating and I have tried countless times to figure out how to maintain a healthy balance.
What I realized is that I was seeking balance instead of Jesus himself. I cant find balance on my own, it's only something Jesus can provide.
My job is to chase after Jesus, because he knows my tendencies. He knows that once I'm convicted that without his help I'm going to go to the opposite end of the spectrum, which many times is just as harmful as the extreme I'm currently at.
I must trust that Abba knows me better than I know myself. Trust that he is inside of me, and he will be the one to empower me as I seek to glorify him in the middle as opposed to any extremes.
I have to let go of rules, let go of expectations and instead have this sure hope that he is indeed who he says he is. He created me and then recreated me when I invited him in my heart. I trust that work, even though it's not finished yet.
"Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see" -Hebrews 11:1
Do you trust him to find balance in your life? Are you seeking him instead of his gifts? Are you allowing him to show you areas in your heart where you are holding tighter to rules than him?
Religion is easy. Rules are easy. Relationships aren't.
But a relationship with Him is more than worth it.
Trust him today.
