Called to be Uncomfortable
Our human nature craves consistency. We are constantly searching for security and stableness. While this need for comfort is not a bad thing, we have to make sure we find it in the right place. Our comfort comes from the Lord. And sometimes, He calls us to be uncomfortable.
Yes, you read that right. As Christians, we are called to be uncomfortable. Our comfort zone leaves us in places of complacency and selfishness. If we look at Scripture, we can clearly see that we are commanded to “go and make disciples” (Matthew 28: 19) and “pick up your cross daily” (Luke 9:23).
I can think of one person in particular who knows this a little too well. God chose Moses to complete a special task. The Israelites were slaves in Egypt for around 400 years. There were generations of suffering and mistreatment. God asked a guy named Moses to approach the Pharaoh of Egypt and ask for the freedom of the Israelites. This was not an easy task! The Pharaoh had the power to bring more suffering to Moses and his people. He could have Moses killed just for approaching his throne. However, the Lord promised Moses that He would be with him (Exodus 3:12). Now some of us know how this story ends. After several pleas, plagues on the Egyptians, and leadership of Moses, the Israelites were finally freed. After years of slavery, God used Moses’ simple “yes” to redirect the rest of history.
When we remember people like Moses, we often think there are people a lot more qualified to walk in God’s will than ourselves. Moses thought this as well. Exodus 4:10 says, “Moses raised another objection to God: “Master, please, I don’t talk well. I’ve never been good with words, neither before nor after you spoke to me. I stutter and stammer.” Moses pleaded with God that he was not the one to complete the task because of his speech impediment. Despite Moses’ excuse, God still used Moses to set the captives free. Imagine if Moses allowed his fear to conquer his obedience. History would look a lot different. I think a lot of us can relate to Moses. We often make excuses for why we cannot go where God leads us. Some of these excuses may be: “I am too young”, “I am too old”, “I do not know enough about the Bible”, “I do not have a big social media following”, “My friends and family would think I was weird if I did that”. I want you to know that “God does not call the equipped, He equips the called.”
Moses was an ordinary man with extraordinary obedience. That can be me and you as well. When we say “yes” to God’s will, He will take us to places we could have never imagined for ourselves. But we can rest knowing that He has already been wherever He leads us.
God is a man of His word. He never left Moses’ side. And He won’t leave yours!
Challenges:
Identify where you place your comfort. Do you find your comfort in Jesus or something or someone in this world? Journal your thoughts down and start asking God that you will find your comfort in Him.
Go out of your way to show someone Jesus this week. Whether this is opening up the door for the person behind you, bringing a friend flowers, or sharing the Gospel with a stranger at a coffee shop, listen to where God leads you.
Do things scared! There will be times where fear is present. Don’t let fear stop you from living in obedience. Jesus is greater than fear. He is on your side.
Prayer:
Lord, Thank you that you go before us. Thank you for your promise that you will never leave us. We know that you are right by our side. We pray for confidence as you lead us to uncomfortable situations. Allow us to fully place our trust on You. Let us feel your peace and your presence as we walk in Your will. In Jesus’ name! Amen!