I thank you for another day. I thank you for the blessings in my life. I’m trusting and believing in you Jesus. I pray that you give me wisdom, peace and a desire to know you more. Your word says to lean in, trust on and be confident in you Lord. Today, I’m trusting you. I’m giving my worries, my doubts and my situation to you. It’s in your hands Lord. Give me the strength to seek and know you more. Help me to not rely on my own understanding. I know that you see the bigger picture and I know and trust that you are paving the path.

Today, I’m leaning not on my own understanding, but on your promises. I trust that you will help me get through this situation. I trust you will bring the people, the opportunities and the healing I need. I’m giving my worries to you today and looking forward to the future. Lord, continue to guide my steps as I go through each day. Thank you,

Amen!

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;  in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6

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As I write this I think of just how intentional God is in everything He has set into motion in my life. From the people I meet to the experiences I have. Even when I question and doubt myself, I know that there’s this vision that’s bigger than I can even imagine. The closer I get to God and the more I align my thoughts with His, the more I see just how intentional He is.

It reminds me of how I recently started serving on the prayer team. I know I am meant to be on that team, but praying over someone is not something that comes naturally for me.  It has nothing to do with the person, but rather to do with my doubt. The first time I prayed over someone on the team my mind started running wild. It’s funny how in just a matter of seconds, I convinced myself, “I shouldn’t do this,” “I don’t say the right things,” “this person needs someone who is better at praying.” The negative thoughts ran rampart! It’s really crazy how powerful a mind can be!

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10

I recognized that my perspective needed to change and I started speaking words of encouragement to myself. I then began seeing this adversity as a sign that I am on the right path.

I am outside of my comfort zone, but I know that this is where God wants me. I also know I am being harder on myself than I should and this isn’t about me. I’ll admit I’m struggling, but I’m continuing to face my fears and live out my life in an uncomfortable place.

I encourage you to not let fear hold you back from that thing God is calling you to do. All it takes is that one step of faith, that one step in the direction He is calling you towards. I know life throws curveballs, but you got this. You can and you will persevere. I believe it and you should too!

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