Michael writes…

What is it about relationships that terrify us so much? We all seem glued to one of two extremes with people. Either we keep them completely out because we are afraid of their rejection, and whatever else may happen when I let them see the real me. Or we let them all the way in because I need them to be ok with me for me to feel ok about myself. The first option keeps us lonely because we were created for relationship, the second makes us completely dependent on what others think of us. The middle ground is so hard! We are such fragile creatures! (I’m putting myself at the top of the list) The truth is that Christ’s sustaining love is enough, but that seems impossible for the clay vessels that we are to hang on to for long.  Feedback???????????