Remedy

Today, I watched paranormal activities, this indie EXCITER film where a couple was in a house haunted by a ghost/demon. It was interesting, because one of my friends kept asking me why people even watched exciters. The movie wasn't that scary, but some parts were a little freaky. In the end though, it was very comforting to know that God is our Redeemer and that he makes us safe because he cares for us. I think with this perspective watching a horror isn't really like hanging off a cliff and having God come rescue you. I don't believe its a ouji board or anything that attracts demons, its just...interesting. One of the main things that stood out in the movie however was simply how prideful the dude was when he was challenging the demon. For some reason he believed that he had the power to defeat him with yelling and physical bluffs. But...you can't defeat a spirit that way haha.

Thinking about it and remembering that Jesus is the one where our hope lies, I paid a little more attention to my conversations with people and realized that in my life there is a lot of pride I have been ignoring because I'm just used to it. Baring all instants where I jokingly brag that I know all, I saw that naturally I made assumptions about my own capabilities that weren't true. For one thing, when people say a movie was scary but I didn't think so, I'm proud to declare that fact. When in reality my rationale for not being afraid was that Jesus is the savior and that he provides that sanctuary. It's funny how I can take credit for something that goes back to Jesus once again.

On another note.

²Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2

What does it mean to carry each other's burdens? At the surface level, it seems to suggest that we should care for each other and support them in their endeavors. But I wonder if there's more to it then that. I'll think about this a little more.

It's reassuring to know that as things change, and as we prepare to graduate and enter the world, that there is something solid and constant to hold on to. I don't really want to move on, I want to keep the friends I have now, the community, and the ease of life. I don't think I fear change, I've dealt with it so many times in the past, I'm just really tired of it. So I think I'll end with this verse.

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrew 13:8