Thinking back on discussions with my precious granddaughter and her determination to be the very best she can be during performances and competitions with her cheerleading team, brings me to mind how much we, as adults, refuse to allow ourselves to experience uncharted adventures, simply by being too fearful or apprehensive of the unknown. Kenadi and her team perform such amazing feats as they lift, toss, tumble and flip around in ways that seem impossible and yet are so amazing to watch as they accomplish them beautifully. She is growing into such a beautiful young lady, inside and out, and overcoming fears at such a young age that just makes my heart swell with pride.
We, as adults, often feel that same apprehension regarding the unknown and unless our thought process is reconditioned with determination and some friendly encouragement, we may never attempt to venture out into the unknown and ultimately become the person we were destined to become. Yes, we may fail at times, but failure is not a sign of weakness, but never attempting to try is. Through trial and errors, we become stronger, better, and flexible instruments through Christ who strengthens us. He takes our messes and tests and turns them into messages and testimonies of His divine work within us. He takes the foolish things of this world to confound the wise.
Becoming aware that we don't know everything makes us teachable as we turn to the author and finisher of our faith to find the answers and support needed. He is our encourager, our instructor, and our protector, and He will guide us through every unknown adventure we attempt as long as we listen and follow His instructions along our pathway. "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and He delights in him."Psalms 37:23. As we follow God's lead, we become more than conquerors because Jesus conquered the world. And because He lives, we don't have to be afraid to try new things; to go where we've never gone before; to attempts feats we've never thought possible; or to venture out on that unknown course of life we feel Holy Spirit calling us to. With God on our side, we can not be defeated unless we allow fear to conquer us.
There comes a time in life when we become determined enough to be all we can be in this life He has given. That determination gives us the courage to throw our shoulders back, hold our head up high, sharpen our focus, and charge forward with Him leading us along the pathway ahead. We overcome our fears by simply putting one foot in front of the other and being determined to accomplish what He has called us to do. We can overcome our fears by refusing to quit. We have nothing to fear but fear itself and in God, fear is cast away!
Enjoy a wonderfully blessed day, dear friends, God loves you and so do I~~~
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