Creatures of Habit: Uncertainty vs Truth

Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure,
whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (Phil 4:8)

Sometimes I find it difficult to figure out what is true in the world we find ourselves in these days.  There is so much “Fake News” out there being shared that it is at times overwhelming!  Not only that, but it is time consuming to fact-check every parcel of information to find the nugget of truth.

So how do we live confidently in this information overload?  Or do we choose to live with the anxiety of uncertainty?  What is your default: truth or uncertainty?  How do you determine truth?

When I was younger, I was told what you put into your mind is what comes out of your mouth. In other words, what you allow to infiltrate your thoughts manifests itself in your words and actions.  I don’t remember what wise person told me this…only that decades later it still resonates deep within me.  As a result of that wisdom I am constantly working to filter life through the truth found in God’s Word.

I love the imagery found in Hebrews 4:12, For the word of God is alive and active.  Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.  What a great reminder that scripture speaks!

God’s Word is truth and speaks to every aspect of our lives.  It is the filter that helps us see what is true and what matters.  It is the lens in which we not only see but also respond to the world around us.  It is the sword that protects our hearts and minds.  Within the pages of scripture we find our comfort, our hope, our certainty, our place of belonging and our truth.

Friends, we have a choice in what we allow to permeate our thoughts…uncertainty or truth.  We also have a choice in how we respond…anxiety or confidence.  Knowing scripture, dwelling in God’s word helps in those moments where uncertainty and anxiety get the best of us.  Remembering God’s promises found in the pages of scripture help combat those feelings and replaces them with truth.

Creating a habit of truth involves reading God’s Word.  It takes being aware of times when uncertainty starts to creep in and not letting it take root.  Taking time to read and know passages of scripture replaces uncertainty with God’s truth. 

Blessings, 
Pastor Jenni  

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly. (Colossians 3:16)