Standing at the foot of a cliff you are about to climb is daunting.
I’m an idealist. I love the challenge, and envision marvelous views from the summit. Yet when blisters throb, my legs turn to jelly, and I can’t catch my breath, I question the whole endeavor.
A hike isn’t the only place in life that presents challenges. Raising a family is daunting. Writing a novel is daunting. For many of us, even muddling through the day can be daunting.
I’m grateful that when we feel overwhelmed, God asks only for us to take the one, small, next step. Not only that, He walks beside us, guides us, speaks encouragement to our hearts.
Last weekend, my hubby and I had an early anniversary getaway “up north.” We love hiking sections of the Superior Trail. This hike beat me up. But I reached the top (and more importantly, reached the end of the trail where our car was parked). Whatever mountains you face today, trust our Savior. Strengthened by His love, take one more step forward. And take time to absorb the beauty around you. It might just take your mind off of the blisters.
With love from the trail,
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Thank you for this. My youngest (an adult) is going through a dauntless situation with his new job. I needed this, and will try to share with him.
Thanks for sharing that, Brooke. May your son face this daunting situation supported by your prayers and the grace of our Shepherd!
Happy anniversary! And congratulations for the hike! Yes, one small step at a time, with Jesus at our side, gone before us, and guarding us from behind!
Thanks, Nina Ruth! He is undaunted. 🙂
I needed to hear this today-Praise the Lord for your words-
So glad it spoke to you, Joanne. 🙂 Whatever the challenges of your path today, you are not alone.
Thank you, Sharon! You always seem to come through in times of great need. When I am struggling to get from one room to the next, you climb a mountain and encourage me to just take the next step. Thank you for always seeming to be there for whatever I am going through, I cannot count the times you seem to be reading my “mail” as I am reading something you have written that meets my need at that moment. God’s blessing as you keep up the good work.
Oh, Margaret, God amazes me in how He can use our words to comfort each other. I pray He will strengthen you today!
Sharon, have you ever considered becoming a Stephen Minister? You have so many gifts to share! Thank you for your encouragement!
Thanks, Mary,
I try to do my bit of “coming alongside” through my writing. I’m always glad to hear it offers encouragement. The trail is often much harder than we expected, but God continues to guide us, strengthen us, and bring blessings along the way.