Sometimes I forget that I wear glasses. And sometimes I forget I can’t see well whatsoever without corrective lenses. That’s exactly what I forgot the other day when I went to the river with friends. I normally switch into contacts so I can see everything going on around me, but this time was so spur of the moment it didn’t even cross my mind.
I decided that it would be fun if we went cliff jumping while we took a break from wake boarding and tubing. Without hesitation, Devon agreed and the boat started heading toward the rocky cliffs. It didn’t hit me until we got to the location that I had to take my glasses off for there was no way I could jump from several stories high with them staying on my face.
The climb was fairly slick and steep. Although I can see color and the general shape of objects without corrective lenses, details and depth perception were entirely impossible and made it all the more terrifying that I could place my foot too far over the edge and fall. I could rely on my own poor sight while climbing these rocks or rely on Devon’s direction. It didn’t take long to decide who I chose to put my trust in. Devon would guide me to the footholds and the rocks I could easily grip my fingers around for support. He would assure me that where I was moving my foot was a safe place and not too slippery. He gave me play-by-play of what to expect next, far better than I could have led myself.
The only thing I could do as we headed up the cliff was simply trust that Devon was looking out for my life and safety.
And then it hit me.
That’s what Jesus wants from us.
He wants us to have faith that He is looking out for our best interests. Jesus wants us to listen and follow His instruction, especially in our most vulnerable and weak moments. When I am weak, He is strong. The details and the outcome don’t always matter when I’m walking His path and seeking His direction.
It was an exhilarating feeling getting to the top of the cliff knowing I did it with a sliver of vision and a lot of trust. I can get to many marvelous places and do the most outstanding things just by listening to His voice and obeying. I may not have been completely blind climbing those rocks, but I now have taken on a new understanding of “blind faith” that is engraved on my soul as I now strive to always live in that state of belief.
As of today, I have raised $12,434! The Lord has graciously been allowing people to sow into this journey and to be a part of it with me, which has me leaping with joy!! Thank you to all who have given, whether it be through prayer or money. I cannot wait to see how sweet Jesus will use it all for His Kingdom and making His name known. $566 away from hitting my next deadline! Jesus is so good. All the time. Praise Him!
