Peace Is A Journey

The journey into the blogging world begins with the first post. With giddy delight, I'm taking this step. You can't see my face, but picture a toddler's expression when she has made her first vertical journey! Though the distance may be measured in inches lacking grace and form, the thrill of forward motion is undeniable. Lurking somewhere behind that smile is fear. Hopefully it's a healthy fear instilling the appropriate caution needed when developing a new skill. Not a paralyzing fear that keeps nose and eyes to the floor in front of her. The very important learning season of crawling is over. She will no longer be restrained by having to coordinate four limbs at once and seeing things at floor level.

Keep this analogy in mind as you read. I'm taking this first step because I was meant to tell a story. Just like babies are expected to crawl then walk as a natural progression of God given design, I was designed to be a story teller - verbal and written. Bear with me as I toddle through this first attempt. My prayer is that my stories will encourage you just as I have been encouraged by others.

Whenever I start something new, I remember a picture shown to me by a good friend. It's a picture of Jesus helping a toddler learn to walk. Imagine the look of encouraging delight on His face. Feel the warmth of His hands as he steadies your balance. And hear the tenderness in His voice when you fall. I'm counting on that picture becoming reality as I lovingly experience Him say, "Good job, it's okay, try again, let ME help you."

Maybe you're taking a first step today. Maybe it's a delightful step into something fun and exciting. Or maybe it's a step into something that is difficult and sad. From one who knows, trust me...........HE is trustworthy, and He will be there for you.

There will be more stories to come - my journey of peace began with a promise: John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."