Christmas came quick this year. The day moved slow and easy, long and deliberate, just the way I like it. And now the new year is upon us; 365 more days to live -hopefully. What will we do with them?
Job 19:25-27 says this:
I know that my Redeemer lives,
and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.
And after my skin has been destroyed,
I myself will see him
with my own eyes-I, and not another.
How my heart yearns within me!
Not that what I'm about to say has much to do with that verse necessarily...but it got me to thinking.
Seeing something with the eyes can make the soul break open wild. And wild, well that's kind of been what I've always been. God made me that way. I just used it for my purposes instead of his.
I don't believe God ever drew a line in the sand and said, "Don't cross this." But I do believe he drew that line just to see how far we might go for him. I have always chosen my own way. How about you? I wouldn't dare to put even a toe over to the wild side of God's dash and still here I sit questioning how to fully, wildly live. I'm convinced the only way to know...is to step over.
"I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live; that you may love the Lord your God, that you may obey his voice, and that you may cling to him, for he is your life and the length of your days. Deuteronomy 30:19-20
Heavenly Father,
My next 365 days...Use me. There is no greater purpose in life. You are my creator and I am your masterpiece gently molded by your hands. The road has been long and rough. I chose not the direct path, but the long winding one with many forks, all because you created a wild soul within me. There was something for me to learn and I have learned it. You are my God and I have faith you will go with me. I am willing. My eyes are open, my ears are not deaf. I have no excuse. I am capable because you have made me that way. You are a powerful God. Please Lord, show me the way. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen
Here in the next year, this is how I will fully, wildly live- eyes aware of the world around me and ears listening to the voice of God.
How will you live wild?
1 comment:
Hi, sweet Cheri. I wanted to let you know I will definitely be praying for your friend. I am so sorry for her sudden loss.
And as for your post, I know God will lead you as you willingly follow Him on whatever adventures He has for you. :) Oh, that I would be wild and not sit back in fear. May we all follow Him with no reservations this year.
Blessings,
K
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