I'll state the obvious...
I'm out going.
Here's a secret...
I get really nervous when meeting new people or going new places.
Really, really n.e.r.v.o.u.s.
The fun thing about God is that He helps us push beyond that bubble, that place where we're so comfortable, we think it'd be better to avoid what makes us uncomfortable.
If we let Him, He will grab our hand and lead us to do new things.
Since moving an hour away from EVERYONE I knew, He has led me outside my bubble of comfort.
Do I like to talk to people?
Yep.
Do I look forward to developing good relationships with strangers?
Not really.
You see, as I was growing up, I was awkward and unliked. I wasn't girly, my eyes were too big for my face, my hair went wherever it felt like going, and I hated girls in friendships. Petty, catty, mean, etc... That's the way I remember defining girls.
Fast forward many years and add a relationship with Christ that has helped me see Truth in how great fellowship with great ladies can be, and you find me going to places where I don 't expect to know A SINGLE SOUL.
Last night, I nearly backed out of an amazing time.
I was invited by a new friend to attend Praise and Coffee. I almost backed out. I almost e-mailed her to beg to be her shadow for the whole night.
God said no to both. So I went.
Alone. But, not alone. He was there.
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At last night's gathering, we met Maranda from WOTV and heard a bit of her journey.
Wow, what a woman being used by God in a time where family units are being challenged.
I had a great time. I can't wait until next time.
I really believe this movement for women is headed to do BIG things. I am excited to be a part!
I wouldn't know that if I had hid inside, afraid to step out of my fear and love of comfort, to meet some great women doing great things for Our Kingdom.
So, I encourage you, step out! Even if your trembling. Ask God to find your hand, to give you peace, and to walk you through it. He will.
