Doubt

  Sometimes, clarity of mind can seem quite far from you. During these times, more often then not, doubt is the culprit. But it can be said of doubt, that it is a necessary evil. And although doubt is indeed evil, whether it is necessary or not, is strictly up to the individual. There is a plus side to doubt, and it is because of it that we question ourselves and the decisions we make. All in a way to get clarity. But before we go any further, let me answer the question that some of you asked. Specifically, my contention that doubt is evil. Doubt is indeed evil was what I said exactly. But why such a strong statement? It is because that only the evil one spreads doubt, and he's been doing it since that confrontation with the woman in the garden. Doubt and confusion are two of the devils most affective weapons. Especially when used as a way to divide and conquer. God on the other hand, is the God of order and logic and never of disorder, and of perfect clarity, so there is no place for doubt. In the Kingdom, as one of the family, there is no question that you cannot answer, unbounded Wisdom is yours, a fountain of life giving water that never runs dry, a water that tastes sweeter each time you drink it. Perfect sense, born from impeccable logic, where nothing is hidden, and doubt is only found as a footnote in history.
  OK Ed you say, that is a fine definition, but how do I apply this to my life, how can I know the necessary doubt from the unnecessary? One simple step which comes from the Serenity Prayer. And that is, to separate the things in your life which you can change, from those which as much as you would like to, you cannot change. Then use your doubts to trigger the questions that will need answers.  Continue asking them, and never settle for less then the complete logical truth. This will give clarity, and with clarity comes peace of mind.