God has made it clear that inside His protective walls I have everything I could ever need, along with great blessings, incredible adventure, and joy. God guards my life for my own welfare. He makes sure that I experience true freedom on every level when I intentionally place myself under His authority.
Sometimes we get antsy about living according to God’s guidelines and guardrails. We come to believe that He is like a prison warden who wants to take all the fun out of life. And, we may even leave His protection in order experience life outside. He doesn’t stop us from leaving the safety and abundance of His kingdom. But, He does let us experience the stresses, fears, and dangers that lurk outside the walls. More than that, He allows us to experience the prisons we can make for ourselves by seeking to live outside of His love. While there may be a sense of adventure in rebellion, we place ourselves at great risk the moment we step outside God’s protection. Even our basic needs remain unmet—the needs of security, spiritual nourishment, and contentment.
Over time, we grow to understand that "the warden" is generous, loving, and compassionate. He provides all we need and more. He makes sure we are comfortable while at the same time He stretches us to break out of our comfort zone. If we totally allow Him full reign, our lives will be at peace. It becomes clear to us that living inside the walls are much more satisfying and fulfilling than living in need and continual stress outside.
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