The Bubble

There are some people in the world who have lost their ability to fight off infection. As a result, they have to live in very sterile environments because they are susceptible to even the weakest of germs. They are safe as long as they stay inside of their germ free environment. It is almost like living inside of a bubble that is sealed so no air can get in from the outside that could bring in an airborne virus. Spiritually speaking, we are in the same situation. In the spiritual sense, we have a much more secure "bubble" than those who are worried about germs. This is the spiritual bubble of being in God and in Christ. Romans 8:1 says, "There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit." As you go through the Scriptures, you soon notice that there are many references to one being in God or in Christ Jesus. That is where our protection lies. Nothing can harm us due to the protection of being "in Christ." Satan will try to throw every dart he can against us but we will stand firm simply because the darts are being blocked by the armor that God has given to us. This sphere of protection goes with us no matter where we go. We don't have to be concerned about going out into public because the protection that God offers goes with us. God will take care of us and protect us. We seem to be "invulnerable." That is, we are invulnerable until God is ready to promote us to glory. We won't live forever and there is a time in God's timetable when believers will be called home unless the rapture occurs beforehand. Our protection from God lies in His sovereign will for our lives. Therefore, it is important for us to know just what His will is for us. Naturally, we can find this out by staying in His Word. Are you concerned about the future? Are you bothered about what "might" happen to you? Just be confident with the fact that God has a plan for your life and He didn't just wind you up and is now letting you run down. As a believer, you are "in Christ" and that is the safest place to be. Praise God today for His protection in your life.