Becoming

I keep thinking about my relationship with God. The fact that He knows me so very well and that even with my frailties – He still loves me. Sometimes, one can think that failure means starting over. However, I believe we are on a life-long journey that carries us over both flat and rocky terrain, through meadows and deserts, valleys, and up to mountain tops. Jesus is with me through it all, and when I stumble – He doesn’t leave but is there to pick me up and care for my wounds. He knows me and loves me. He knows what I need before I even ask. 

Spending time with Him, getting to know Him, and His character is what happens when you walk with Him through the landscapes of life. For me, I need to sharpen my focus on this relationship to get the most out of it. “Get the most out of it” sounds a bit selfish… what I mean is that I want to give Him every opportunity to change me. This means returning to my “first love,” re-thinking, and aligning my priorities in accordance with His. Re-stating, re-visiting, remembering my allegiance to my King Jesus. For ultimately to be all I can be, I need to let Him be all He should be in my life. 

What does He ask of me? 

           “… to do justice, to love kindness, and walk humbly with (my) God.” Micah 6:8 

Remember, 

           “Lord, You will give perfect peace to anyone who commits himself to be faithful to You. That’s because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3

Dear Jesus, let me take Your hand – please take my hand… and never let it go!