A Change of View

My husband and I had a conversation the other day that really got me thinking. He was talking about reexamining a particular belief he has held to for some time. Just as a matter of note, he and I have had differing viewpoints on this issue for years. Now he is saying that after consideration, study and prayer he may need to change his stance.

I should be thrilled that he is thinking about "coming over to the light”, but I’ll be honest. It scares me to see him being willing to change. That may be because I depend on him to provide stability in my life. As much as I’ve fought for my way, I always feel I have an anchor in him. He is unchanging. This may all sound like the perfect set-up for me, but it denies the power of the working of the Holy Spirit in his life. God wants change from us. Sometimes He will reveal something to be wrong that we have held to for some time. Then the question is up to us. Do we change as He directs? Or do we hold onto our former stance for fear of disappointing those who watch our lives? No one wants to be labeled wishy-washy, unstable or worse--a turncoat. We want to appear to have it all together. It’s no fun to have someone point out our inconsistencies. We even laugh at our nation’s leaders (maybe rightfully so) when they make comments like, “I voted for it before I voted against it.” Our culture doesn’t like uncertainty in its leaders. Fear of rejection from those following us or of letting down those who depend on us can put tremendous pressure on even the most personal of decisions.


It’s a hard place to be in, but sometimes we find ourselves choosing between the status quo and maintaining the peace, or making a few waves to move in the direction God calls us. Yes, it will rock the boat. It will upset the consistent environment that people are relaxing in. But we, as leaders must think: What is more important? A secure insulated environment or a flexible one with allowance for improvement?

While there is something to be said for being consistent, there is nothing noble about being consistently wrong.

Be brave. Follow God.