When What is "New" Is Scary
In only a few hours I begin a new chapter in my life. I am excited for the opportunity, honored to have been chosen by G-D, and so humbled to be in this position for "such a time as this." Yet, as I got closer to turning "this page" my heart and mind got cluttered with fear. The "what ifs" began to pile up and the fears transformed into frustrations. This morning I emptied my heart before the L-RD. Here's the Word He so graciously gave me (Man, we serve a G-D that loves us so. May we know the depths of it). The book of Deuteronomy speaks about how HaShem readied the Children of Israel to go into the Promised Land and "take possession" of the Land. He tells them "not to fear." He promises to go before them. Further, Moses reminds them of all the times He has been faithful throughout their wilderness journey. As I went back and meditated on chapters 1-12, the Holy Spirit refreshed and strengthened my...