I’m such a sucker for redemption stories. The journey of broken souls who feel lost and hopeless resonates so deeply with me. I feel it deep down in my bones, because I know that bitter darkness all too well.
It’s amazing how we “map” out our lives. As humans we categorize, plan, and label it all perfectly. That is, until God comes along and rocks the boat.
He reminds us that He is in charge…not us. And His plans for our lives surpass anything we ever imagined.
But to walk this path, His path, is never easy. It never comes without great pain and sacrifice: a dying to yourself, if you will.
“He must become greater; I must become less”
—John 3:30 (NIV)
Yet the joy that marches in and overtakes a humbled soul, is unmatched. It’s unrivaled. (<=== Tweet this.)
“But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.”
—Philippians 3:7-8 (NIV)
My heart wanders and my soul stirs, as I contemplate my steps in life. We can hold on to what we value here, with clenched fists, banking on all that we are.
Or we can bank on Him.
We can open our hands. We can surrender our lives, our passions, and our dreams to His great glory…and see what He has in store for us.
“Welcome to the edge. Run to it, don’t run from it.” —T.J. Newell (<===Tweet This.)
I’ve included a little video clip that inspired me this week. It was made by Colin Cabalka. If you can spare an extra 5 minutes to watch it, I promise it’s worth it…
(Unable to see the video? You can click here to be taken directly to the link.)
Shared by: Lisa Larson
Sabra Penley says
June 30, 2014 at 7:12 amWow. Lisa. This was a powerful post. It was just what I needed this morning. God is beginning to move my husband and me into uncharted waters (well, truthfully, He has been doing that for over a year now). He is answering our prayers with new ministry opportunities. We were just given an invitation to do a marriage retreat in ONE MONTH! We have never done this before. While my husband has much preaching and speaking experience behind him, his permanently impaired speech from an illness last year brought him to retirement as a seminary professor. And me? Well, I’ve formally spoken just once. Throughout our adventure this last year and a half, we’ve known God was moving us in new direction–a new ministry–together. And He has brought us to this place. Some days I feel so scared–how will we ever do this well? And then the Lord reminds me that He is the God of the impossible. So much has to be accomplished in the next month, but we are so excited to be walking along with the Lord, seeing what He is going to do. Our God-given dream to minister together in a new way is being revealed. And we are so grateful! Thanks for sharing this today, Lisa.
Lisa Larson says
July 1, 2014 at 1:10 amSabra, thank you so much for sharing this with me. I am deeply touched by it. What an exciting adventure you have ahead of you! Can’t wait to follow your journey 🙂
Alecia says
June 30, 2014 at 8:21 amYes, wow! It spoke right to my heart this morning, thank you, beautiful friend.
Lisa Larson says
July 1, 2014 at 1:10 amThank you, Alecia. Love you, girl!
Mandy says
June 30, 2014 at 11:15 amLisa, you live these words so well. I’m so grateful for your friendship. Love you, girl!
Lisa Larson says
July 1, 2014 at 1:11 amThank you for such kind words, Mandy. So very blessed to have you in my life!