In life we're often reminded of the choice between right or wrong, good and best. Life is painted in a black and white tapestry and the decision is easy. Then there are the times Pastors try to avoid in the messages. The times when there is no black and white, but techno-color. This is what I call The Space Between. It's the space between right and wrong, where there is no absolute, only options.
This week I find myself faced with a decision. It's not a choice of right or wrong, but of what do I really desire. I think we've all been in that place where we are presented with two options and the right choice isn't so black or white.
It's like an invitation you're scared to open. What seems to be starring me in the face is an invitation to an adventure. I haven't been given the details of the trip or even the destination. I've just been challenged to live beyond myself and my understanding. Now in this Space Between I must make my choice, with no morals or ethics to guide, just desire.
TSB VIII
9 months ago
6 comments:
Yes, there are many times like that in life I believe. Sometimes I think Christians worry themselves too much over such issues when, in reality, they should just pick one :)
I think if we are living life the way God wants, we'll encounter an increasing number of options and be able to make various decisions that are pleasing to the Lord.
I completely agree Matt! There are times when we are free to choose, God is glorified either way.
"The Space Between
What's wrong and right
Is where you'll find me hiding, waiting for you".
-Dave Matthews Band
Even though most of us want to exert our freedom. I think allot of us wish for a fatalistic world, where our decisions are pre-determined and we must simply embrass our fate. Sound familar to Hollywood?!
There's a false sense of security in this mentality, It's like in Shawshank Redemption when the Old guy hangs himself becuase he can't handle his new freedom.
I agree that people want things mapped out for them, but I think it's more for lack of responsibility than it is fear of freedom. If someone does something and it turns out to be a failure, it is not their fault, it was just fate
Steph, That's an affirmative from my point of view. It's the responsibility that comes with our freedom we fear. Hence, why we're still asking "why do bad things happen to bad people". We don't wanna admit responsibility, we'd rather blame it on God, the cosmic meanie.
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