Hello ,

Customized dining has never been easier, according to a recent Washington Post article outlining the proliferation of tell-them-what-you-want food chains. Similar to burrito joint Chipotle (where diners watch as an employee builds them a custom Mexican-inspired meal), new franchises bring the ultimate in custom-food to Korean, 5 minute cook-time pizza, tacos, Indian, and Mediterranean restaurants.  

This might be a wonderful experience for people who are dining, but when we attempt to transfer the same concept over into our spiritual lives, we can be stepping into dangerous territory.  When I seek a "custom god" who fits my expectations, needs, wants, and whims, I attempt to create a god that is in MY image of what a god ought to be.

God doesn't need changing, people do.  Our view of Him might need to be re-examined, but God is the same as He has always been.  

Spiritual challenge question:  How do I view God?  What are my expectations of Him, and do those expectations jibe with what the scriptures say about Him?  

Have a great day and God bless!

Pastor Mike / The Open Word