Are you is the safe zone or the faith zone?

A good stretch is uncomfortable.  Stretching any further would even be painful and possibly harmful.  But stretching is good for our health , flexibility, and mobility.  When we feel good, things are going well, and we're secure - chances are we are entering the safe zone.  But, truth be told, we should spend more time in the faith zone.  Living by faith, like a good stretch, is never comfortable.  But it is where we develop the most.  We strengthen our relationship with God.  We re-prioritize and refocus on what really matters.  And, like stretching, we begin to be more flexible and more useful to God.  Living in the safe zone is nice.  But when trials come and you find yourself drifting from the safe zone into the faith zone, welcome the opportunity to stretch, grow, and strengthen your faith.