Comfort

Some people, like me, could spend their entire lives sitting in a corner with a blanket, a cup of tea and a good book.  However, living a life like that would have little to no excitement.  There would be not rush, no thrilling moments, and no good memories to look back on.  Living a life that is completely flat lined, it would definitely be comfortable.  But is comfort what humans legitimately strive for? We may say that we just want a "normal" live, but that is not what our actions show.  We have extreme sports, roller coasters, and exotic vacations telling us that new things, or things outside of our comfort zone, are fun.

There are a few of us who legitimately strive for "normalcy." A life inside our area of amenities.  However, we tend to also feel the need to fit in (so that we don't feel lonely).  Because of this desire, we still do exciting things to feel a rush.

But, in the end, getting out of our comfort zones can be a very good thing.  When I look at the Bible stories taught to me throughout me life, I don't see a single one where God said "Oh, why yes, I understand you don't feel comfortable doing this.  Sure, you don't need to serve me in this way."  On the contrary, God called people in areas that were not in their comfort zone.  He called them to do things that they were bad at.  Why?  Because if you are weak in an area, you will depend on Him and others will see His strength in you.  As such, let God use your weaknesses.  Get out of your comfort zone.  God will do great things.

Living in Reckless Abandonment for Jesucristo, 
Jo