Don't Be in Such a Hurry

A dear friend emailed this picture to me last week with the message "Be inspired my friend. God's gifts are within us even when we feel 'gray'". This was such a timely message for me. Sometimes I feel that I have so much inside of me that wants to be poured out, but time and circumstances don't seem to allow for it. I want to see something tangible happening now so I often get in a hurry or overwhelmed and then miss the joy of the journey. When I look at this bird I see peace and contentment. Not worrying about what she will do tomorrow or even the next minute. Can I learn to live so content with my circumstances no matter what they are. I am convinced it is the only way to achieve any lasting peace. Since I tend to go to the extreme of either too much too fast or total inactivity due to being overwhelmed I am seeking that serene middle ground. I believe it is the place where Jesus will meet with me and walk with me, explaining his plan so I don't have to worry about it. What a place. Lord help me get there.

It's Time

I think it has finally clicked. I have read Philippians 4:13 innumerable times and have confessed it even more, but I think I was only saying the words to convince myself of their truth instead of the truth of the words transforming me. Well, it has come to this, I do believe that I can do all things...through Christ who strengthens me (the key to the verse). I am tired of my self condemnation, pity parties, excuses, and blaming others for why I don't do the things I should or could be doing (like keeping up on my blog for example). Everything does not have to be perfect to begin, to take action, to try. It's time to fly.