Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. —Proverbs 3:5-6
Many Christians will avoid potentially difficult interactions because they are afraid of being asked questions they cannot answer. As humans, it is natural to fear the feeling of rejection and potential embarrassment that might come along with such an occurrence. As Christians, however, we do not have to be afraid. There is no way our minds can comprehend the true vastness and power of God. He created the entire universe, from the largest galaxies down to the tiniest functions within our cells. Because God knows the heart and mind of every person on Earth, people will sometimes expect His followers to have an abundance of answers, too. This is not always the case. We cannot memorize every detail of the Word or of our heavenly Father—but we’re not expected to. Our entire Christian lives are filled with growth and development. So how do we face difficult questions? With a bit of preparation and a smile. Instead of trying to commit the entire Bible to memory, be prepared to dive in for answers. If someone asks you a question you don’t know the answer to, tell them that. “I’m not sure. That’s a great question, actually. Let’s look it up together.” In one moment, you have admitted your imperfection, turned to God for guidance through the Word and invited someone else to share it with you. Today, realize that it’s okay that you don’t have all the answers. But don’t forget you can pray for guidance at any time, and that the Bible is always ready to show you the way.
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