I'm Scared...

Have you ever been handed a new opportunity, not even handed, maybe a new opportunity was just mentioned to you, but it peaks your interest?  Someone mentioned something to me the other day, and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it.  It would involve me leaving my everyday life, and stepping into a new role, something I've always dreamed of.  But then you have to make the pros and cons list of why you should or shouldn't go. 

Am I scared to leave the ones I love, scared that everything will change when I'm gone, scared that I'll get home sick?  Or am I excited about traveling, having a new adventure, meeting new people?  Whether it's a positive or negative reaction, I'm still scared about the whole thing.  It seems all too real.  Am I willing to take a leap?  Can anyone relate?

I guess the best thing to do when I'm scared is to stop and be still. And instead of run around wondering what to do, I should drop to me knees relying that God will give me the assurance and confirmation...I'm scared Lord, but I know you will cast out all of my fear...help me here...

Love and Peace,

G

Where I'm Supposed To Be...

Do you ever look around and take in your surroundings?  And I don't just mean the environment of trees, flowers, grass, in our case, smog:).  But do you ever look to see where you're at in your life?  Are you satisfied, or are you wanting more?

I got a chance to do that tonight, and I have to admit, I liked what I saw.  I got to spend time with some of my girlfriends who are in my small group study; and what was supposed to be a night of quiet, journal writing and a time of being still; ended up being a night full of laughter, a true time of letting go, and honestly chilling with people who love you for who you are.  And while I could always use a quiet time with my Savior; sometimes it's good to have a change of plans.

I'm right where I need to be...and that may be to help others with their problems, listen to other's needs, to laugh with a girlfriend over silly things like PMS, or even cry with a sister over past relationships...I see God's hand moving in my life, and sometimes he has us in seasons where our lives need to be the rocks for our friends.  I see that in my life right now...while others are having rocky times, God's allowing me to be their safety net.  And i'm sure that in the future, God will allow things to happen in my life where I will need the shoulder of my friends...

I serve a great God, who knows exactly where I am supposed to be..."for such a time as this."  Amen.

Love and Peace,

G