(1 John 3 v 6 - 8)
We hear it all the time
"We must strike a balance here"
The implication is that we don't want anyone
To rock the boat
"It's all about balance"
But I am not convinced that this is the real cry
The real cry is for something extreme
Something like the Grace of God
Something as outlandish as
Mercy for sin or outrageous love
When we say "balance" I am concerned that what we really mean is
"Middle of the road" or "Average" or "Bland"
We risk this in our lives with God and do so to our detriment
How can any encounter with the Creator of the universe
Be "balanced"?
Extreme love makes a demand that says:
"I did it for you; now go do it for others"
I have always found it profoundly wearing trying to keep a balance.
Whatever that really means.
If there is any balance with God, it seems to be always one of extremes.