A few years ago, my friend, co-worker, and
pastor returned from a conference talking about the topic of this question...if
God asked, would you?
Would you follow where God wanted to lead you, even if it meant being uncomfortable?
This week, we say goodbye as he and his family move out of state to follow where God is leading. It will be far from comfortable or easy. Staying would be safe. Going involves risk.
Jesus never said following Him would be safe. Following Jesus involves risk. It means stepping out in faith, even when you can't see where the road leads.
Following Jesus isn't easy, but walking in obedience is worth the risk.
God asked, and my friend said yes.
God has been preparing the way for him, and maybe, as we watch his example of obedience, He's preparing the way for someone else.
What I do know is how thankful I am that God orchestrated our paths to cross and run parallel for six years. I don't know what God has planned for the future, but it's in looking back where I see how I've grown, and the lasting effects of our working together and friendship.
As I told my friend, I'm happy for him. I've had the privilege to watch God equip him with the passion and ability to love and serve others. And now it's time to share that somewhere else.
But, I won't pretend I'm not sad to say goodbye. And that's okay, because maybe the depth of sadness is equal to the impact made in my life.
Now I can't help but wonder...if God asks, will I?
Would you follow where God wanted to lead you, even if it meant being uncomfortable?
This week, we say goodbye as he and his family move out of state to follow where God is leading. It will be far from comfortable or easy. Staying would be safe. Going involves risk.
Jesus never said following Him would be safe. Following Jesus involves risk. It means stepping out in faith, even when you can't see where the road leads.
Following Jesus isn't easy, but walking in obedience is worth the risk.
God asked, and my friend said yes.
God has been preparing the way for him, and maybe, as we watch his example of obedience, He's preparing the way for someone else.
What I do know is how thankful I am that God orchestrated our paths to cross and run parallel for six years. I don't know what God has planned for the future, but it's in looking back where I see how I've grown, and the lasting effects of our working together and friendship.
As I told my friend, I'm happy for him. I've had the privilege to watch God equip him with the passion and ability to love and serve others. And now it's time to share that somewhere else.
But, I won't pretend I'm not sad to say goodbye. And that's okay, because maybe the depth of sadness is equal to the impact made in my life.
Now I can't help but wonder...if God asks, will I?
In Christ,
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