I spoke with one of my dear friends this week (I consider him my "spiritual father") and he said something to me that I couldn't resist posting....
I shared with him about our upcoming trip to Ethiopia, the excitement, the fear, the feelings that perhaps everyone around us think we're crazy. That is, we don't know what is going to happen with my job and Carlos is still looking for one - yet we're bringing home a new baby soon! Crazy...maddening some days!!!
As we spoke about the journey God has had us on this year from provision for the adoption to connecting us with Ethiopians here in our small city to the burden He's put on my heart for African orphans - we laughed. He said, "The Lord doesn't call us to live a life without risk. He calls us to live fearless lives, seizing each day, and embracing the CRAZY RIDE." You'd have to know him to appreciate the nonchalant way he says things. I see him as the crazy one!
So, after I cried, shared my fears and laughed with him - He said - "You need to come out of the "Crazy Closet" - don't be afraid to be seen as "Crazy" to the rest of the world."
Hmm, well, isn't that so true. I don't think anyone who follows Christ, takes risks, and throws their hands high in the air enjoying the thrill of the ride appears NORMAL. So, I guess I'm in good company these days....
"In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps." Proverbs 16:3
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