Taking Risks

Hey guys, i apologize for my procrastination. I am obviously back from Thailand and the jet lag monster has been thrown off of my back!! I will do my best to post everyday from here on out. Last night was an awesome night at Fusion. We kicked off a new way doing our youth service. When you start something new, there's always a risk and many questions such as: Will this work? ARe they going to like it? THis is not going to go well? What if people will hate me forever? I must say, even thought there is a potential for all of these things when trying something new, you must still go forward!! That's apart of the thrill!!! It's exciting, and i must say that i LOVE challenges. It's fun to get input, think creatively, just TRY things.

Is there something in your life that you can surely say you are afraid to do? WHat's holding you back from taking the plunge? Fear of failure, regret. Which option will you regret over the long haul jumping or not jumping? When you are fifty years down the road, what stories do you want to tell your grandkids- stories of risk and adventure, or stories of average and mediocre. YOu choose- it's your choice.
In all honesty, it's hard for me to just front and say that i have successfully taken all the challenges head on when they have come my way. I can't say that i've never buckled under pressure. Even in these moments, God has taught me some things about myself and him. The times that i have fully jumpred into challenges and risks though, i've always learned and come over the other side a better person, and most importantly more fulfilled. Even if i've failed, i must say that is also refreshing as long as i was true to God and my hearts desire.

I challenge you to be a person who is a calculated risk taker. Ask God for wisdom and trust in him. He will show you the way. Most importantly as we put our trust completely and fully in him, he promises to be with us. I believe that God wants us to take risks in this life- it's an oppurtunity for our faith to be worked out.

Have a great day and be blessed!!
PG