I am feeling a tad apprehensive about this journey of becoming a writer. For the last few months I’ve been feeling a bit intimidated to say the least. I finished writing a book, but now I have to edit it…. And I should probably let other people review it also.
Also, God brought an amazing connection to a college ministry magazine… all I have to do is send in a few articles and see where God takes it.
I could start writing published material. Or I could be royally rejected and have to try again. Both possibilities intimidate the dickens out of me.
I’ve spent the day cleaning and writing silly little blog posts like this one to help get over my fear and anxiety, and the consequential writer’s block. In the quiet and mundane, the Holy Spirit encourages me:
“You have nothing to prove, and nothing to lose. You are found in Me, secure in My approval of you, and equipped by all my power to take this leap of faith. My lovingkindness is new every morning, as will be the horizon when you face rejection. Trust me and move forward. Be strong, and let your heart take courage, …you who wait for the Lord!”
So what if I taste defeat? I’ll brush my teeth and jump back into the day (thanks to Reliant K for these lyrics).
Every time pray about this, God brings the picture from “The Hobbit” of Bilbo becoming completely undignified for the journey ahead.
So there you have it, friends…. “I’m going on an adventure!!!”
How about you? What journey is God leading you on? Have any tips on overcoming your fears and taking that leap of faith? Share by commenting below!