PSALM 40:1-5
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INSECURITY
MAY NOT SOUND AS EXPLOSIVE as landmines like pride or jealousy, but it, too, is
a very dangerous pitfall. A great deal of damage can result in the life of a
person who habitually feels insecure. Such feelings can develop from many
different kinds of situations. We may experience tragedy, like the loss of a
parent in our early life, or we may grow up in an environment that throws us
off balance. Sometimes we feel insecure because of major failures we’ve
experienced.
Whatever
the root cause, the effects are often similar. We may be indecisive because our
fear of making the wrong choice leads to avoid decisions altogether. Sometimes
we have a difficult time establishing lasting relationships because we are
afraid we won’t be a good friend. Or we might keep our distance from fear of
rejection – people frequently perceive this as pride or snobbery.
Sooner
or later, we may become critical of others. When we’re hurting, we often want
other people to feel bad, too. At the same time, we can fall into the trap of
believing success is based on approval and acceptance by others. The truth is
that God has a special path for our lives, where success cannot be measured by
human praise.
Insecurity
isn’t something we can confess and thereby gain freedom. Rather, it’s a
condition we must confront over a long period of time. Ultimately, we must
decide to trust what God says about us and not what the enemy whispers.
In Christ,
Janet
Irene Thomas
Playwright/Screen
Writer/Director
Published Author/Gospel Lyricist &Producer
FOUNDER/CEO
Bible Stories Theatre of
Fine & Performing Arts
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