In order to dig deep, we have to be willing to go through the process of discovering who we really are and what’s really in our hearts. We often like to stay superficial and avoid this process. Strain exposes who we really are. How do you handle the strain in your life? What comes out? How deeply rooted are you and able to handle the strain of life?
When times get tough, we need to rely on God and friends instead of handling life independently.
Do you look forward to praying and believe God listens?
Do you believe God cares more about your performance as a Christian or in being active in pursuing your relationship with Him? When we start relying on ourselves in our life, we start treating being a Christian as a humanistic performance rather than a spiritual pursuit of God. How do you trust in your own effort over God’s power in your life?
One of the most difficult aspects of walking with God is believing he will exert his power in and through our lives.
A daily quiet time helps us get to know God, and allows God to get to know us.