Don’t Worry…I Got This!

Watching children play can be fascinating. Their vivid imaginations allow them to be almost anything, go any place in the universe and be anybody they choose to be. They fantasize about accomplishing feats far beyond their physical, emotional or mental abilities.

The other day I was watching a group of children playing where a little boy was the self-appointed leader. They appeared to be fighting off all kinds of bad guys and ferocious animals quite successfully, at least in their imaginations. Suddenly, one little girl screamed and pointed in a direction saying, “Oh no, here they come again.” To which the self-appointed leader boldly proclaimed, “Don’t worry…I’ve got this!”

Having confidence is a good thing. We all feel safer around people who can handle pressures and crises. Men and women who protect our nation in the armed service of our country are trained to be bold when the bullets are flying and the bombs are exploding. Firefighters and police officers run into buildings when others are running out.

However, when it comes to our spiritual walk and warfare, we want to make sure our confidence is placed in Christ. This is different. This is deeper. This is not about what I can do but it is about what He is doing through me …. because of what He is doing inside me. The Apostle Paul articulated it well when he said, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

1. K. Chesterton has a powerful quote that I think about frequently. He said,
   “Let your religion (personal walk) be less of a theory and more of a love affair.”

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   I have arrived at some of the following conclusions as I have considered this quote:

• My personal walk with Christ is something to be cultivated not conquered.
• My personal devotional life is about preparing myself for spending eternity with Jesus, not completing a checklist.
• My personal spiritual journey is a life-long process not a short-term project.
• My confidence is in Jesus and not myself.

He is the one that says to me, “Don’t Worry…. I’ve Got This!”  What are some of your thoughts about keeping your personal walk with Christ a “love affair” rather than a “theory?”