So, training camp…
When I pulled up, after passing the groups of screaming people lining the road into the camp grounds, my first thought was, this is like summer camp with hundreds of people I don’t know and maybe… I’m too old for this and what if they don’t like me? and what if I don’t fit in? and Lord, what if you didn’t call me to do this…oh well, guess I better get out of the car and find out…
Obviously my insecurities and questions weren’t simply stemming from the way I was dressed…
there was so much deeper heart work to be done and God took full advantage of those 8 days of training camp!
At every insecurity and every worry, God met me. He sent strangers to speak into my life and affirmed me in every way. He healed hurts that I have carried for years, hurts that have been affecting important relationships, stunting growth, and heavily influencing life decisions. He set me free! Those 8 days were life changing and perspective wrecking! How could the God of the universe love me this much? Why would He be so detailed in answering my every question and easing my greatest fears? The answer is; that I am His and He is mine. I belong to Him, not like a slave, I’m His daughter and He is proud of me not because I’m perfect or make good choices, but just because I’m His. I’ve been searching for this love my whole life, but I had to let go of things, empty myself of hurt to make room for the flood of unconditional love to come pouring in; saturating every scar, washing away every fear, making me new. I am a daughter of the one true King, I am well loved, I am called according to His purpose. Yes Lord, I’m all in!
What is God calling you to? Have you made room for Him? I encourage you to open up, your hands; your heart, and let go of the things you’ve been holding on to so tightly, receive from the Lord all the He has for you. He is a good father and He desires to give good things to His children.
