Too Extreme

As I rest from a busy weekend I'm struck by a peculiar thought...our culture seems to function in the world of extremes. We communicate our position often times by stating that which we oppose. I don't think I ever really noticed this, or particularly cared for that matter, until recently. I've thought often about posting thoughts, ideas, feelings, and such here, but soon recognized that in doing so would then be exposed to the criticism of those on the other "extreme". Not the I'm opposed to being...opposed, i've just seen too often that these discussions take up a lot of time with very little forward progress. Then there was the thought..."What if I'm not all that 'extreme'"? I mean, since it seems to be the voice that cries loudest and most harshest that gets noticed, what would it mean to simply say what you feel at that moment with the caveat that you can retract that feeling in the next five minutes. Would that be considered "indecisive"? Is it really indecisive to simply say "I'm not done yet. This is where I am right now, but I'm still in process."

Speaking of process...What ever happened to that concept in our culture. With everything so "instant" it seems like we've lost our vision for things needing a little time and space before they are finished. I think the effect that this has had on our faith is more profound than we realize. When we don't see instant results we get upset, start shaking our fist at God and asking Him if He's paying attention. He replies back..."Your in process", to which we reply "It's taking too long!" His reply..."But that's the point! It's a long road, but don't worry...I've packed accordingly."

Well for now I will rest in the divine "point", and leave room for others to join me.