Though Tomorrow May Be Uncertain...

"In this quest to seek and find God in all things, there is still an area of uncertainty. There must be. If a person says that he met God with total certainty and is not touched by a margin of uncertainty, then this is not good."   - Pope Francis

The time immediately following Christ's crucifixion was replete with fear, confusion, and uncertainty for his followers. No one was certain what the future would hold, They had split up and/or gone underground to avoid detection, and arrest. Everything had happened so quickly that none had fully made sense of it all (Matthew 26:31; Mark 14:27).

Similarly, we've all faced uncertainty in our lives at one time or another. In general, things such as: job loss, death of a spouse, loss of a home or car, loss of health, and financial debt, among many, tend to weigh heavy on our minds. What this tells us that even the best-laid plans don’t always work out.

Proverbs 27:1 tells us that tomorrow's intentions are not a sure thing. This doesn't mean that we can't, nor shouldn't plan ahead, but that we should not presume that all will turn out as planned. Case in point: Christ's disciples. Though Jesus had basically told them what was coming, they were not overly concerned about it (John 7:33; 13:33). They truly expected that all would continue on.

I think it is safe to say that uncertainty is as much a part of our lives as life itself. You and I, with our limited human understanding, cannot foresee what tomorrow will bring. As the apostle Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 13:12, "for now we see through a glass darkly..." For us, as Christians, the future is unknown, but one day we will know.

A dictionary definition of uncertainty is: "a feeling of doubt or uneasiness about the future." Having no idea what lies around the corner can trigger our innermost doubts and fears. Yes, facing uncertainty can be frightening, but we don't have to face up to it alone.

In Hebrews 13:5-6, Jesus has assured us that, "I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So what we may boldly say, the LORD is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me."  With all that we encounter during our lives, it's comforting to know there is One who will sustain us through it all.

Therefore, when confronted with uncertainty, or any other struggles in life. we can always turn to Him who is perpetually at our side. During your times of uncertainty and confusion keep these promises in mind: Isaiah 40:29-31, "His power will be there for us;" and Isaiah 43:2, "His presence will be with us." 

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11; 1 Peter 5:7; Psalm 55:22; Romans 1:20; Philippians 4:4

Prayer: Dear Jesus, though I have no idea where life will take me tomorrow, and the path is distorted and unclear, I know that I can always count on You to lead me safely, and gracefully, to where You desire that I should be. In Your Name I pray. Amen

 God bless you!

Paige