Embracing change (2)

Abraham had fame and great riches, and 'was even called the friend of God' (James 2:23 NLT). It doesn't get better than that! But Abraham's story begins with these words: 'By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going' (Hebrews 11:8 NKJV). How did he deal with change? By faith!

Why do we resist change? Doubt and fear of personal loss. Anytime change is on the horizon, the first question that pops into our minds is, 'How will it affect me?' For example, someone approaches their co-worker and says, 'I just heard the boss is having to make some people redundant.' The co-worker's first thought probably isn't, 'I wonder what triggered that decision?' or 'I bet the boss feels bad about having to do that!' No, probably their first thought is, 'Am I at risk?' That's just human nature. The second we face change we can quickly feel alone and helpless.

Where do we find strength in such moments? In God! His promise is: '"I will never leave you nor forsake you." So we may boldly say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me"' (Hebrews 13:5-6 NKJV)?



So what now? If you're going through uncomfortable change, remember this - whatever is unknown to you is fully known to God. And the one who has always taken care of you has already gone ahead to prepare the way (see Deuteronomy 31:8).





— SCRIPTURE —

'By faith Abraham obeyed.' Hebrews 11:8 NKJV
— SOULFOOD —

Jer 31-32, Matt 4:12-25, Ps 98, Pro 14:34-35