I was reading my bible the other night and came across this verse and a wave of peace came over me. I love this verse! I’ve just been so stressed lately and out of frustration I try to control my situation. I think we all do that and begin to make up worst case scenarios in our head. We think if we don’t take care of it, control it, manage it …then it couldn’t possibly happen? We forget that the best way is God’s way. When we try to micro manage every detail of our lives we miss the blessings He has for us. What if when God says to be courageous and strong He’s telling you “Hey, I got this. Now just step out and trust me.”

It takes strength to trust. It takes courage to step out in the unknown. In this fast paced world where nothing sleeps, we are often programmed to think the more we have our hands on something the better. But what if you said “Okay God, I’m giving my marriage to you.” Or “Okay God, I’m giving my dream of opening a business to you.” What do you think would happen?? Giving God the full ability and authority to work in any and every area of our lives is far better than what we could ever accomplish. Yes, it takes strength to trust. It takes courage to let go and surrender. But we can rest on the truth that wherever you go He will go with you. Read that again. When I read that I am reminded of His love and devotion. When you’ve had a stressful day at work or a fight with a loved one – He is there. God sees your situation and He knows just what to do.

When I went through my breakup – God was there. I was left 2,000 miles from home but God made a way. God brought truth which gave me the strength to surrender what I had left in my heart. It gave me the ability to walk out in faith being courageous. It isn’t about being perfect. You just need to take the first step in admitting you need Him. He’s called you to be strong. That means walking through our battles head first trusting with God that we can do it. All of it. The trials produce perseverance and unwavering trust. If we give into the fear of the enemy we will stay stuck, but if we walk out in faith courageously enduring our storm God is with us. He promises to use these things for our good.

When I’m hurt the last thing I want to hear is that it’s good for me. But looking back on every heart break I now see how it caused me to grow. Every heart break and trial has been harder than the last, but it caused my relationship and faith to strengthen more each time. Be strong and courageous. Surrender that dream. Submit that relationship. Bring to light every secret and desire hidden deep in your heart and allow God to move. Never let the fear and lies of the enemy hold you back. Remember God is with you WHEREVER you go.

Remember You are Fearfully Made ❤

xoxo Taylor Nicole