I will write about something and make an assumption I am not alone in what I am feeling.
I am aware there are some places in my life that I have to choose courage. I have to venture out and commit to some new ways of doing things. I am not talking about anything foolish or risky, just spaces I know I need to choose courage.
Last night in my night time prayers, i asked God to show me courage today in someone else. Courage in a way that would speak to my heart. I didn’t expect to see it where I did, but this right here was my answer to prayer.
My niece Johanna and her friend Evy wanted to go skiing today. I dropped them off at 130, and they came home happy, laughing, and cold at 830 pm. They conquered the hills, had a great time together, spent the day outdoors, and both can be very proud.
You see, just a few weeks ago, these girls didn’t know how to ski. They both ventured into something new and gave it their all. They did not overthink it, worry about it, wonder if they could succeed, or wait too long to try it.
Six hours in to their outing today, Johanna sent me this
Today Johanna and Evy are my answer to prayer. I can look at this very ordinary event for so many and see courage and joy in them and through them.
I wonder what might change in your life if you practiced courage in that space you know needs some courage infused.
My friend got a tattoo recently, and I leave it with you. For Hannah it is a beautiful message to carry with her in her Mom’s handwriting. But the words can speak to each and every one of us.
May we be courageous people who choose to live first and foremost with courage in our own choices and actions. And from our own experience, may we kindly invite others to live courageously as well!