It's an obvious truth that none of us know what tomorrow will bring, however as a Christian I believe my future is in the hand of God. This of course presents a number of problems that us Christians don't always want to face. What do we say when a young believer dies suddenly of some terrible disease? David Brainerd was a missionary to what we used to call the 'Red Indians' in North America. He saw great spiritual revival, but died of tuberculosis in his 20s.
I would suggest that here is the heart of true faith in God and His providence. In Mark chapter 11 and verse 22 Jesus says to His disciples; " Have faith in God." A better literal meaning would be; "Have a faith which rests on God" We are not talking some kind of Christian 'fate' but a living, vital trust in the one who created us and can be trusted to keep us and finally take us 'home' to be with Him.
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
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