May 13 ~ Psalm 27:14
Trust the LORD! Be brave and strong and trust the LORD.
Scripture taken from the Contemporary English Version © 1991,1992, 1995 by American Bible Society, Used by Permission.
At the completion of a Walk to Emmaus event, the participants are told, “You have changed… the world to which you return has not.” I can tell you from my own experience at a Walk to Emmaus, this was a daunting thought. While the Walk to Emmaus is a life-changing experience for most everyone who attends, many who never go on a Walk experience similar challenges. When you truly surrender your heart and soul to Jesus, you change… but the world does not. And it is daunting. No one wants to be thrust into a situation where others will potentially see them as “different.” No one wants to risk ridicule, or being ostracized from their group of friends and acquaintances. Nobody wants to hear someone say to them sarcastically, “You’ve changed!” Everyone wants to fit in – to be loved and accepted.
What we have to realize is that following the ways of the world doesn’t keep us “in the loop.” Caving in and falling into old patterns and bad habits doesn’t make us fit in better with our friends – and it really doesn’t satisfy for very long. I know what you are thinking… “I want to be brave and strong and trust the LORD, but it’s not that easy.” And you are exactly right – it’s not easy, which is why it involves trust! You have to trust God to do what He says He will do. You have to trust God to protect you and elevate you above any potential ridicule or rejection. You have to trust God to build you up and take you to new levels of joy and confidence, through His grace, mercy, love, and power! And He will do just this! The world may not have changed, but if you trust in the Lord to guide your steps each day, you will be changed – and that’s a great thing!
Who are you trusting? Do you have the courage and strength to take a leap of faith and believe that God can change you for the better and surround you with His love and protection? You’ll never know until you try… who are you trusting?
©2010 Debbie Robus
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