Take a risk! Step out!
I have been hearing these words a lot in my life, I am sure you do too. I am encouraged to try new things and put myself out there (well more than my usually extraverted self). The list can go on and on. No matter the risk, there are always roadblocks that keep me from jumping in.
Some of them are: Rejection, Failure, and Doubt. Do you relate with any of these?
All the risks in my life seem to revolve around these, but the ultimate overarching theme is fear. I am afraid of the outcome; What if I do not succeed? I always go straight to this side of things in many decisions I need to make. I do not look at the other side, where God can do impossible things.
Why do I do this?
I came to a good conclusion this morning that really made me rethink my perspective. I tend to forget that when I risk the ocean with Jesus, there is only grace. There is no fear, rejection, doubt, or failure that is out there to stop me. When I step out, I look straight into the eyes of Jesus and remember if I fall, He catches me. He calls me out to risk, put myself out there……..professionally, financially, and in relationships. With Him at the forefront, all other things fall off.
Risk Requires Grace.
When I put myself out there, I am bound to be hurt. There are moments that I’ll be upset, confused, or frustrated. The reminder for myself is that Jesus is my focus and these residual things do not hold me back. Grace should actually drive me to risk more, trust more, and allow Jesus to work in me more.
I have already been taking steps to risk more. I am not someone who lets fear hold me back from risking. There is far too much in this world that Jesus wants us to do. Here in Georgia, I am taking steps to take more risks, learn from everything here, and remember there is grace for times I miss the mark.
I take a stand, I will risk the ocean, will you follow me? Remember…there is only Grace.
Thanks everyone for reading my blog. This is my new home for all my blogs…I hope you continue to stick around and see where God takes me. I am still in need of support for this semester. Please consider supporting me as I prepare myself for the field. You all are amazing.
