Today is Five Minute Friday with Lisa-Jo Baker, and the word prompt is fly.
Go:
If you want to fly, you have to endure the process of taking off.
It’s different than standing on top of a mountain, leaping with arms wide open and discovering all the wonder of the world God created.
The viewpoint from the ground is much different. It takes work to propel yourself in the direction of upward motion. And there is also a lot of energy expended through the worry of a possible crash and burn scenario.
For the first time in my life, I’m living audaciously. I’m taking off and beginning the process of flying. It’s not because I’m able, clearly I’m not, it’s because God is able. And for some insane reason He seems to have plans for me, which include a group of women (and one amazing husband) who are going hard after all the things He has planted in my heart. We are now sharing a dream. It’s pretty fantastic.
If you are going to put yourself out there and work to “fly,” then you need a flight crew: a fearless group of people who don’t just watch you attempt “crazy” but actually go there with you.
I’m blessed to have that. And as I’m spending time editing and reediting books I’ve already written, planning retreats, and saying, “yes” to God, I’m not doing it alone.
You can’t either.
I want to encourage you to share your vision and dreams. Share your burdens and prayer petitions. Allow God to surround you with a group of encouragers who can support you through your ups and downs.
Taking off can often be turbulent, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Let go of your fears. To get where God has called you, you will probably have to fly…
Happy Friday!
Love,
Jennifer
PS: If you want to know what dreams I’m sharing with my “flight crew,” you can read about that here.
Allow God to surround you with encouragers…they will help us fly, won’t they?! I love your words. Visiting from FMF 🙂
Been following your post-Allume writing and the new path to the conference and the book and am praying for this journey you’re on. You’re right, the take off can be turbulent, and if you’re following His call, I can imagine that many will want to stand in your way and say no; show you all the reasons why not; tell you that you didn’t hear it right. But stay confident in Him and in His word, in where He’s leading and what He’s showing you. He will make your paths straight and keep you on course as you keep your eyes on Him. He IS able and in your willingness to step out, will use you for so much more than you can imagine.
I am thankful for the flight crew that God has surrounded me with. It’s so important to share our dreams with others who will help us to fly!
How I appreciate your post! I was ready to fly and I think God’s timing might be different. Thank you so much for your encouraging words for the journey.
So glad you decided to listen what He speaks to your heart Jennifer. Your words matter. They have been a light along this path for me.
A wonderful post. It’s so exciting to watch you fly! Can’t wait to see where He leads you in the coming weeks and months.
I love this: If you are going to put yourself out there and work to “fly,” then you need a flight crew.
So true!
Love to see people chasing their dreams and callings 🙂
“If you want to fly, you have to endure the process of taking off.” This is so true. I am challenged to not let take-off scare me from flying. With a “flight team” and Christ as my pilot, I have the support and divine direction I need to be used of God for His purposes in this life.
I am loving both having a flight crew around me and being able to be part of a fight crew supporting others. I have already been so blessed to watch you as you take off and can’t wait to see you soar.
Thank you, Amy!
Your life sounds very exciting right about now…its so exciting to be in the center of God’s will and know that His plans for you include something that you love…something that you were born to do! Great words and I hope that God richly blesses this chapter and all you endeavor
Thank you so much!