Ever feel like you have a hard time seeing and believing good things? That it's easier to be sad, to be despondent, to be cynical? I feel that way sometimes.
I know frustration too. And when you are frustrated, the natural pull is to "give up," to despair, to just resign yourself to the futility of it. But I just can't bring myself to do that.
"I take religion to be, not the bare saying over so many prayers, morning and evening, in public or in private; not anything super-added now and then to a careless or worldly life; but a constant ruling habit of the soul, a renewal of our minds in the image of God, a recovery of the divine likeness, a still-increasing conformity of heart and life to the pattern of our most holy Redeemer." -- John Wesley
About Me
Kyle
I'm a seminary student pursuing an academic M Div degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. On this blog, I strive to integrate biblical faith, clear thinking, and my own personal experiences. My ultimate pursuit in life is to know the God of holy love, the substance of which is "righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit" (Rom. 14:17). I desire nothing more than to be in the presence of God in Word, sacrament, fellowship with believers, and ministry to the world. I seek to promote and behold God's resplendent glory each and every day.
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Yes. It is easier.
I think my main state, however, is one of frustration. I long to reach a goal yet cannot.
The cookie jar is always out of reach.
I know frustration too. And when you are frustrated, the natural pull is to "give up," to despair, to just resign yourself to the futility of it. But I just can't bring myself to do that.
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