the illusion we are actually in control
People of all ages, across all ages, and around the world seek desparately to have control. Some more than others but we all value it. Why? What is it we are afraid of? Not getting what we want or deserve? Keeping someone else from getting ours? Keep others from finding out who we really are?
While control gives us some sense we will be OK, control is pretty much an illusion (God is sovereign, we are not). But the problem is bigger than that!!! Control works against the very nature of a Child of God. God is relational and designed us that way too ("in His image"). All the objectives of control block intimacy, the sweet spot of joy in relationships. Control works against a thankful heart, for control over emphsizes possession, not stewardship. Control makes me the point and leaves faith out. God says "when I return, will I find any who are faithful?"
While we are real cozy with control, its our hidden enemy to the joyful life. Think about it!!!
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