“Faith does not eliminate the questions. But faith knows where to take them.”
Elisabeth Elliot

This morning I got a link from Logos Bible Software that was 10 different quote graphics touching on faith. But there was one that stood out to me as I began to think on it. The quote above.

Now, the reason why the quote stuck with me is perhaps the interesting part, for me. To me the quote isn’t so much about MY questions, as it is about me being prepared with an answer. I have a HUGE responsibility. A HUGE opportunity.

“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.”
– 1 Peter 3:15-16

As I look back on my life, one which has been short by many measures, I have experienced things that uniquely prepare me to answer my reasons for hope. And the same is true of your life. And not a day goes by where God does not reveal even more reasons, more answers to questions that may be asked of my faith, of my walk with the Lord. Whether we walk through a day where the sun is shining, or the sky is dark and gray or even black (and I’m speaking metaphorically), God is still there, revealing His glory.

May you and I not be so quick to label the things which happen in our lives as “good” or “bad”. Let us not dismiss them as insignificant or too painful to share. These are events and emotions in our lives that are little time capsules, waiting for that moment when they are to be opened by someone who needs their contents. May we view our experiences in terms of how they can grow our faith AND the faith of those around us –

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28