"God is not the author of confusion", a phrase from 1 Corinthians 14:33, is often quoted among Christians but not wholly understood. You can't blame them really. The language only speaks to what God does NOT do; it does not talk to what He will do in your moment disorientation. And such is how Christians normally speak, acknowledging in a moment of confusion that at least they can't blame God for it.
But the confusion yet remains. And therein is problem with believing this phrase as written. In Paul's defense, there was a context in which this phrase was written such that it made sense to refer to God in the "non-negative" as opposed to the positive. But, in truth, what you should really glean from this phrase is that God actually resolves your confusion.
I view this truth as yet another comforting revelation concerning my relationship with God—an endorsement really imploring me to discuss every facet of my life with Him. He is my provider; He is my present help; He is my fortress; He is my confusion resolver. Yes, Amen!
Don’t sell yourself short. Give God a chance to give His wisdom and situation awareness to make you victorious in all circumstances of your life.
Amen!!! I believe this scripture isn't wholly understood because it's not quoted in full. "but of peace" tells us what he is and suggests that peace is the opposite of confusion. So along with everything else stated. He is also my peace!!! Keep' em com'n CJ. Rob
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