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by Bob and Debby Gass
Why do we resist change? (2)
June 27, 2024
‘By faith Abraham obeyed … And he went out, not knowing where he was going.’ Hebrews 11:8 NKJV
Who among us wouldn’t like to have a success story like Abraham’s? He had fame, great riches, and ‘was even called the friend of God’ (see James 2:23). 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 on earth did he do it? By faith!
Why do we resist change? Doubt and fear! We fear personal loss. Anytime change is imminent, the first question that pops into our minds is, ‘How will it affect me?’ For example, suppose a co-worker approaches you and says, ‘I just heard the boss is thinking about laying off some people today.’ Is your first thought, ‘I wonder what market conditions triggered that decision?’ Or is it, ‘I bet he feels bad about having to do that!’ No, probably your first thought is, ‘Am I at risk?’ That’s simply human nature. The second we face change we can quickly feel alone and helpless.
Where do you 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). Relax! That which 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).
Soulfood: Song 1-4 Luke 2:34-40 Ps 17 Pro 16:12-15
The Word for Today is authored by Bob and Debby Gass and published under licence from UCB International Copyright © 2024
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