Divine Quietness

“I am learning that I can view my doubts through the lens of a God who can ‘make all things—including my doubts—work together for good.’ I am learning that it is not by banishing doubt that we ultimately resolve the tension with faith, but by bringing the two into a deeper synthesis. If properly supported, this doubt will open us to new revelation by clearing out old cherished beliefs to make room for more profound truths. Doubt, then, does not have to be destructive to faith. Rather, it can prompt us to ask questions and consider viewpoints that were never on our radar.”

“True seekers understand that, of necessity, ambiguity and gray areas exist, and they embrace rather than fear the inherent uncertainties. The possibilities fascinate them rather than threaten. It is the very acknowledgement of uncertainties that causes true seekers to look at subtleties, new angles and potential alternatives and to be open to new ideas, often leaning to further light and truth.”