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In aviation, there is a phenomenon known as “drift.” If a pilot wants to fly directly from Point A to Point B, they cannot simply point the nose of the plane at the destination and fly. Why? Because of the wind. An invisible crosswind will push the aircraft sideways, carrying it miles off course without the pilot even feeling the turn. To fly straight, the pilot must establish a crab angle, turning the nose of the plane into the wind to counteract the drift. The tension here is between the intended path and the environmental drift. To the untrained eye, the plane looks like it is flying crooked, but it is the only way to arrive at the correct destination. This aerodynamic reality illustrates a profound spiritual principle. We are all designed with a specific trajectory: a divine mission. Yet, we live in a world with a constant spiritual crosswind, a shadow mission, that tirelessly pushes us to drift off course. Your mission vs. your shadow mission Every human being has a divine mission. We are not accidents of the universe or mere assemblages of atoms; we are God’s masterpieces, created in Christ Jesus to do good things planned long ago (Ephesians 2:10). We were made to make a difference. However, the tension arises because we also possess a shadow mission. A shadow mission is where we drift from God’s original design and start pursuing something else, often something more selfish in nature.

In the physical world, dynamic forces must work in opposition to create environments where life can flourish. Consider a mighty river: it requires two opposing realities to exist.

In Part 1 we explored how divine tension is woven into the fabric of creation and Scripture, holding opposing truths together to reveal the fullness of God’s wisdom.

Any serious reader of the Bible soon discovers an uncomfortable reality: the fullness of God's truth is often held in…

15 years after leaving the ICOC, Jan decided to come back. Hear his powerful story of loss, rebellion, exploration, and why he decided to return.

Southern African Churches of Christ Campus Ministries held their annual retreat hosted by the Joburg church of Christ.

Dr. Mark Ottenweller has had a wild adventure in Christ. Here he shares his story, gives glory to God and expresses gratitude for the church that has helped him and his family

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