Wednesday, January 26, 2005

Chancing Success

When touched, put the inspired feeling into action.
When doing so through service, work with others in unity.
That is the only way the inspired feelings and kind acts can continue.
- Still Thoughts

As in the past, those days of old, the way is dusty and sometimes cold. When clouds of doubt should appear; know you are made for faith, not fear. You must find your way, be bold enough to dare, With provision from the Lord and security in prayer.
– Jan Coleman

Do you have dreams for the future, prospects you’d like to explore in your life? A new career, a home business, a challenging hobby? Is it hard for you to take steps into the unknown? Does an old fear knock on the door and cry “Forget it, you can’t do it, it’s out of your reach?”

Picture in your mind the pioneers on a great adventure across the plains to settle a new land in the west. Imagine their courage as they left comfort and security behind to venture forth, to be part of settling a new and untamed land. They probably had a healthy dose of fear, but it didn’t keep them from taking a chance.

Is there a pioneer inside of you? Think about pursuing your dreams and have faith as you explore new regions in your life. Trust that you will be given all the tools needed to go forward with boldness and enthusiasm. Say to yourself, I can do it and be confident that you will be guided as which roads to take, which corners to turn.

There will be setbacks and disappointments, and you’ll want to look before you leap, but as someone said, “the one who tries something and fails is much better than the one who tries to do nothing and succeeds.”

when you pursue the dreams that were placed in your heart, using the gifts that you have been given, there is no reason to fear for no dream is too big. Look ahead with hope and anticipation as you step out beyond your limitations. A willingness to take chances will clothe your dreams in reality.

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