It is a clear night. The road and everything I see is crystal clear - almost in High Def. I'm on the road, driving this vehicle you've chosen - my life. I can see bugs in the headlights. I'm excited and thrilled, adrenaline is pumping - I'm so excited to be gone - for something new. Just around the bend - a Trisha Yearwood song echoes in the back of my mind. Where are you taking me? Where is my next turn? Did I bring what I need - or rather did I bring something that I should have left behind? What do I need to let go of before I am able to reach the destination you have for me? I'm always excited at the beginning. I build a romanticized picture in my mind of what things will be like but then drop out or get sidelined at the first sign of a detour or construction or if I am asked to get out and walk. Father, help me to dig in and to persevere.
"And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. " Romans 5:3-5
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