The Lie of Fantasy
Instead of living my current season, instead of enjoying the day I was in, I would sit and think about the future, letting those thoughts—the what-ifs, the I wonder whens, the maybes—go round and round in my head. I was completely distracted from what God was showing me in the moment.
It’s a pesky, but common lie that loves to steal our peace by saying: “When ______ finally happens, then I will be fulfilled. Then I will be at peace.”
And that is the actual lie that steals our peace. Peace is our inheritance, it’s what we are born to live in. Plus, it’s who Jesus is—and He lives inside of us. It’s ours.
Peace is a fruit of His Spirit that took residence in us. It’s ours and we have direct access to it.
Scriptures
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. John 14:27 ESV
Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:11-13 ESV
Discussion Question
How can we strike a balance between being ambitious and facing reality?
