“This resurrection life you received from God is not a timid, grave-tending life. It’s adventurously expectant, greeting God with a childlike “What’s next, Papa?” God’s Spirit touches our spirits and confirms who we really are.” (Romans 8:15-16 MSG)
Fear and insecurity prevent me from living fully according to God’s purpose. I sense that God wants to unbind me from my fears. Yet, He needs my cooperation in the matter.
For the last year, I have been trying to do something uncomfortable once a week. I notice that the things that trigger anxiety in me have a few things in common:
-unfamiliar tasks that make me feel incompetent
-appearing overbearing or inconsiderate
-possibility of long-term injury or loss
I have also learned that it is healthy to fear things outside of God’s will. I heed the warning from the book of Proverbs:
“We humans keep brainstorming options and plans, but God’s purpose prevails.” (Proverbs 19:21 MSG)
These days, I wait for God’s confirmation before I push through feelings of discomfort. As soon I start brainstorming options and plans on my own, I check myself. I ask the Holy Spirit to guide my thoughts, words, and actions. Once I sense that what I am about to do is within God’s will, I proceed. I expectantly look forward to my next adventure with Him.
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