AUTHORITY PAUL

Likewise we view grace like the insurance itself. Like the more we contribute the better coverage we get. Or we see it as something only to be used sparingly and maybe not even then. Perhaps for something out of our control, but what about when we're at fault? Then we often hesitate to file a claim, concerned it will go on our record, rates may go up, or the insurer might drop us altogether. Some so worried they will abuse it never use it at all. The amount of times people pay out of pocket for that which they have also been paying insurance to cover is staggering, yet we do the same with grace (well we try)... Doubt is one of the least talked about struggles of the Christian life. Often combined with doubt is overwhelming feelings of fear, confusion, and an estrangement from God. Christians often feel isolated and ashamed of these feelings and are reluctant to share them with others. Untreated these feelings are allowed to disable and debilitate our walk with God.