So I just finished "The Christian Atheist" by Craig Groeschel. I think the tagline sums it up pretty well... Believing in God but living as if He doesn't exist.
Each chapter confronts one facet of life in which Christians and un-believers alike live according to their own rules, utterly oblivious to the existence of The One.
As much as I'd like to believe that this story isn't mine, having been a follower of Christ for 17 years now, I must admit that I found reflections of my own thoughts, choices, and behaviors present in every chapter. More often than not, I live like I am the One. I know what's best. I am the center of my universe. And for someone who claims to want a life that is different, a life that is extraordinary, I am ashamed to admit how often I choose to live like God doesn't exist. I believe, just care too much about me.
I want to move into a life that shows in every way I believe in God and Christ's gospel enough to give my full life to it. So here are the titles of each chapter that I am committing to working on.
- When you believe in God but not in prayer.
- When you believe in God but still worry all the time.
- When you believe in God but pursue happiness at any cost.
- When you believe in God but trust more in money.
Read the book. Ask God to show you the areas you haven't yet released to Him. Push beyond the norm.
Thanks for sharing this, Stormie. I'll be praying for you. You are such an amazing example in my life of what it means to be a Christ follower. I hope that the move to LA is seamless and that you have an incredible experience while you're there! LOVE!
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