When laying out my youngest ones clothes for the day, per her request, I made sure her favorite pair of shorts were there. They are grey athletic shorts with the word, BRAVE, in florescent green boldly printed at the bottom.
I absolutely love that word! I believe there are many roots to its meaning. Especially in this time and age that we are living in. So many choices to be had. What comes to your mind when hearing the word, Brave? Here are my thoughts on the matter.
Arms outstretched towards someone who has caused us pain or offense. Holding onto Hope when all seems lost. Reaching out in admittance that we are in need of help. Unable to do it alone. Trusting in the One who calms the seas and makes away for us to walk out beyond the shore into the waves. Standing for Truth, no matter what the cost. Taking that step of Faith to follow your dreams and making the choice to believe not in the negative thoughts that tell you otherwise.
If there is at least one of these tugging at your heart, I believe whole heartedly that is the Lord softly speaking to you. Listen to His voice. He is calling you. He is uplifting you. He is making you, BRAVE!
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." ~ Joshua 1:2 NIV
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