It is a common human experience that we all need to move beyond certain phases in our life and onto another, new, situation. As we do this, the next phase may not be quite as clear as we would like. There are blank areas, there is ambiguity, confusion and, genuine fear about how to move ahead.
We call this being human.
Some of us are better at taking risks and moving beyond our present circumstances: others of us, not so much. But this isn’t something born into our DNA. Learning to take risks of faith and moving out can be done safely. Somewhat.
One thing is certain, if you play it safe and stay where you are stagnation and frustration will eventually creep in. Actually, I’m going through a transition like this in my life right now. The future is not as clear as I would like it.
But I have to forge ahead! Wherever “ahead” is.
Here are some thoughts on facing our futures—
1. You and I need to let go of our pasts; whether successful or painful, LET THEM GO!
2. Some friendships will stay with you. Many will simply fade to a memory. And that’s OK. It may be sad, but trust in the God who made you to drop new meaningful relationships into your life.
(He kind of does that, doesn’t He. I can live with that. Can you?)
3. Don’t think all your ducks have to be in line before you press forward. They do not.
4. You may find some “life-pauses” interrupting your forward motion. That’s OK too. Seriously, where’s the rush?
5. Get some help with thinking outside the box. Other people can spot your strengths/weaknesses before you can.
6. Remember God does have your best interests at heart. He is not sitting up there in heaven thinking of ways of screwing you over.
7. Transitions to a new phase in life make take time. Our Scripture reminds us, “They that WAIT upon the Lord will renew their strength.
Are you really trying to define your future before it’s time? Bad move. Take things as they come; don’t force the change. God is still in control so you don’t have to be.
Take Courage and move ahead,
Gary
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