On Fridays I join The Gypsy Mama for…
1. Write for 5 minutes flat – no editing, no over thinking, no backtracking
2. Link back here and invite others to join in.
3. And then absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it, you need to visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun. And the heart of this community..
2. Link back here and invite others to join in.
3. And then absolutely, no ifs, ands or buts about it, you need to visit the person who linked up before you & encourage them in their comments. Seriously. That is, like, the rule. And the fun. And the heart of this community..
Today’s word: Path
You make known to me the path of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
Psalm 16:11
This scripture came to mind the minute I saw the word…PATH.
I am so afraid. As I embark on a new path I am SO afraid.
Afraid of failure.
Afraid of messing up. Isn’t that normal? Being afraid of messing up, I mean.
I don’t fail at many things. I am usually successful, but right now I am walking a TOTALLY. NEW. PATH.
And it scares the heck out of me.
I was so scared earlier this week I was literally paralyzed with fear. I didn’t do anything for a couple of hours while I just reflected on how afraid I am.
Silly, isn’t it? I follow a path I am CERTAIN he has laid before me. So why in the world am I afraid?
I know he will hold my hand.
I know he will carry me if needed.
I know that I will be surrounded by friends.
Still…I am afraid of this path.
It is new.
And different.
And nothing like any path I have ever traveled before.
So, I will trust in Him to lead and guide me.
To hold my hand.
To reassure me that if He directed me to this path, then He will lead me through it…down it…whatever…He will handle it.
Scary…this new path I’m on.
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I have been there…am there constantly…and I can relate to the paralyzing fear that comes with the unknown. Sometimes I have to break it down so I am focused on the first little baby step instead of the whole ordeal…makes it more manageable and a lot less scary, right? Hang in there and good luck! (Visiting from Gypsy mama)
I know that feeling of being inexplicably scared… Love that verse – it's great being reminded of it. Praying that you will experience that fullness of joy. (coming to you via Gypsy Mama)
Thanks for this reminder. You are so right, when we are certain this is His path, we don't have to be afraid.
Just popped over from FMF. Have a great Friday as you walk His path for you.
Oh, Mary…I can SO relate. I am on a new path…really have been since August of 2011. It has more than once scared the heck out of me. I have fought God on it, bargained and questioned…all the while remaining faithful and trying to trust and be patient. I am excited for you! I have begun writing about this path more. This helps as well as all that you said about His hand holding yours and friends. Thank you for reminding me of this today because I was feeling overwhelmed and scared yesterday about it.
Blessings to you sweet blog friend! Looking forward to hearing what you are learning or where you are being led…how it unfolds!
I think I know the path you are referring to and I know you'll be great at it. I have full confidence in you. Good luck!
It's so true that God will lead us down the path of his choosing. That brings comfort even when we fail. If we walk this path in obedience there's no such thing as fail. (Thanks for your encouraging words on my blog today!)
Dear Mary,
Bless you for trusting God and going out on a new path, despite the fear…it is sign you are growing…Isaiah 41:10 is what I meditate on and repeat to myself over and over and over when I am scared…praying that God would wrap His arms of love and peace around you. Proud of you for stepping out in faith 🙂
Transitions and new things can be scary. It is okay to admit that. That is why it takes faith … on that path. Praying for you as you keep walking.
Oh, I've been paralyzed by fear many times. This week, in fact. Before pressing publish on my last post in fact. Someday I hope I can rise above it before it creeps in…but in the meantime, I'll keep walking. I'll keep taking those blind steps. Because I know with every fiber of my being, He has everything under control….
Proud of you, Mary, for doing the same! I'd hug your neck if I could!