Jesus did not die so that we could be tame! I understand that there is a balance here between safety and risk. . . especially as a parent – because it is sooooo not about ME anymore, but I really do think we can all risk more. On my life performace, I want a high score – not to compare to other people, but so that the judge can see his divine choreography performed the way that he intended it to be in my life.
This is not just for me. . . . this what I want to bring to my wife, and my children. Just like in the workplace, who can the boss can use most? Capable people that are willing to give up the most. I pray for the courage to risk in life – not stupid things – but those things that have eternal potential – love, forgiveness, time, etc… and I want my wife and kids to be able to look to me to help inspire their own God-ordained risks.
Wow. That is absolutely relevant to what God has been speaking to me this week. In fact, I just had a conversation five minutes ago that applies to this exact thing. Do you think God’s trying to tell me something important?
Yeah – me too!! I think He is waiting for us to risk more for those that he gave everything for!
I love your comment: “but so that the judge can see his divine choreography performed the way that he intended it to be in my life.” May this be my life’s mission. Amen.