A friend admitted to participating in a situation to ensure that they were capable of normalcy. While the bigger picture held no appeal, there was one piece of the puzzle that was fascinating. Having experienced trauma in the past, they wanted to ensure that they were indeed alright. They were.
That desire to be ‘capable’ stuck with me. I couldn’t label my feeling of unease. The need and desire for healing and a return to regular life was understandable. Any deeply unsettling experience shakes one to the core and causes us to question much of life. Opting not to voice my questions, I spent time thinking and praying. Then it clicked.
Since God has created us with with all sorts of aspects, would He not ensure that we will be okay, even after trauma? How many times do I look to qualify myself, in my own time? With my own limited abilities? And basically–in my own power? If God has asked me to do something, would He not equip me to do it, even if things aren’t ideal?
Christian living isn’t easy. It means trusting in God to carry us, especially when we feel impressed to prove our worth. Yet, nowhere does He ask us to prove ourselves. We do not have to provide evidence of our capabilities to what He has called us for. In fact, quite the opposite happens.
God proves Himself over and over again to us. The evidence pile He has amassed in our history is incredible. What He does ask for is our trust while He tends to our lives.
He is able!
