Somebody said that it couldn’t be done, but he with a chuckle replied that “maybe it couldn’t,” but he would be one who wouldn’t say so until he’d tried.
This poem written by Edgar Albert Guest was the opening line to my Junior High Graduation Speech in 1983. With 238 of my classmates behind me and approximately 600 of their family and friends in front of me one thing was for sure, I was living out that very statement. I was so honored to do this but very scared. If I am honest with myself I would have loved God to provide an Aaron for me to be my mouthpiece that day. Have you ever felt that way?
As the journey continued throughout my life I realized that I compromised with God. I had settled and stayed in my comfort zone. For many years I stayed in the “maybe I couldn’t”, or “I can’t do that”. You know what…I was completely right. I can’t do anything on my own. I must rely on GOD for everything. But I must take the step to walk in the unknowns with my Heavenly Father and trust Him in the uncomfortableness of everything knowing that HE is ALWAYS in control.
Yes, in the realness of life we can feel scared, and there can be many unknowns, but when we CRY out to GOD instead of take control and hide, the end result is peace and HOPE knowing that God is leading the way and we can rest in HIM.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.~ Proverbs 3:5,6
Sharon says
February 19, 2016 at 10:34 pmYes, Lisa I remember the day like it was yesterday……God was Faithful and we were so proud of You. Your Dad and I continue to be Blessed by Your growing love for following Jesus in all area’s of Your life. Be Blessed Our Sweet Daughter. Love Mom and Dad
Lisa says
February 19, 2016 at 10:39 pmI remember it too! It was so fun having my family be apart of that very special day. Another memory maker. Gods faithfulness in every season, even the scary ones. Especially the scary ones. He is our Faithful Father. Love you much!