What it is
Supernatural: Only God
According to Oxford, this word as an adjective means:
adjective: supernatural
(of a manifestation or event) attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature, “a supernatural being”
unnaturally or extraordinarily great, "a woman of supernatural beauty"
According to the experts, similar words include inexplicable, unaccountable, unbelievable, non-rational, unnatural, unearthly…and to that, I say “Yes - exactly!!”. If you are reading this right now and you aren’t sure that there is a God (or perhaps are even sure that there isn’t one) I know I am at risk of alienating you right off the bat, but hand on heart, I would not bother to write this unless I knew for sure. Unless I knew for sure that this God of mine loves you and wants you to experience an otherwise inexplicable life with him. To those who have already experienced God and are on a walk with him, I’d love to echo Pastor Tim at The Father’s House and remind you that “as believers in Jesus…that a supernatural life should be normal life for you. It should be a part of your natural existence.” More on this as we go, but this sermon series is what inspired Supernatural Sobriety (it’s amazing, please check it out).
Sobriety
Ugh, what a bummer, amiright? Who wants to walk around being sober ? Sure, sobriety is characterized most commonly as abstinence, restraint, non-indulgence, or at least some kind of moderation. Well, even if you don’t like to nerd out on words like I do, I’d love for you to see that sober means much more than you think it does, that it actually means freedom. What if sobriety meant…
Thoughtful: being more intentional in our actions
Earnest: living in a state of sincere and intense conviction
Serious: realizing our importance and significance in a whole-hearted way
Practical: moving past theories and actually doing something suitable, and for a particular purpose
Dignified: recognition of our own worthiness and a sense of pride in who we are
Steady: firmly supported, balanced…safe
Clear: leaving no doubt; visible, obvious and unambiguous; free of impairment and guilt
My aspiration is to redefine sobriety as all of these things (and so much more!) made possible by God’s mercy and grace and our commitment to continue to walk with him all of our days. Indeed I believe that not only is this kind of life available, it is truly God’s calling for each of us - no matter where you stand with him today. Join me in answering this call.
What it is NOT
This space is a humble offering meant to encourage and potentially inspire others. It does not in any way function as substitution for treatment of any kind and is not authored by a professional in the disciplines of mental, physical or spiritual health or by a theological expert. This space is meant to give glory to God and therefore will focus on experiences and practices related to life with him and will not have cute cat videos or the latest [insert most amazing seasonal food] recipes as those are readily available elsewhere. :)
“For now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. And because you belong to Him, the power of the life-giving spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death.”
