Biblical Answer

The Illusion of Security

The sense of security we often seek is an illusion. It is a false sense of protection that we try to build through our own efforts. This is evident in the story of David, who initially trusted in God's protection but later found himself in a difficult situation. Despite his advisors urging him to flee, David calmly faced the trouble, trusting in God as his refuge. This story illustrates that true security comes only from having the almighty God on our side.

Why God Took Away Our Sense of Security

God takes away our sense of security to call us to abandon our attempt to build security through our own efforts and find true security by placing our trust in Him. This is not because God is unwilling to prevent our difficulties, but because He wants us to exercise faith and trust in Him. By removing our sense of security, God directs our attention to our sin and our need for Him. This experience is a gain for us, as it allows us to know and serve Him. However, if we reject this opportunity, we suffer a loss.

The Sovereignty of God

The sovereignty of God is often misunderstood as a lack of control or intervention. However, God's sovereignty is not about imposing His will on humans, but about allowing us to make choices and experience the consequences of those choices. God could have arranged our available choices in such a way that we would be guaranteed to follow Him, but that would have been a denial of our free will. Instead, God allows us to make choices, and when we choose disobedience, He permits us to experience the consequences of those choices. This is not a lack of control, but a demonstration of His sovereignty over all creation. In His wisdom, God chooses to use every possible means of grace to motivate us to remain committed to Him, including the warnings contained in Scripture. Ultimately, true security comes only from having the almighty God on our side, and it is our trust in Him that brings us peace and security.