Steps

I have vivid memories of both of my children taking their first steps. Marisol is 10 years old, and Miguel is soon to be six, but the memories of watching them discover "bi-pedal mobility" is as clear as anything.

I remember the squeals! Yes, they were coming from Lucia and I. I remember the tears . . . also coming from Lucia and I. There was also shouts of joy and applause filling the room. It was all quite overwhelming for each child I'm sure. But I know their sense of accomplishment overshadowed the celebration going on around them.

But, I also remember the look of wonderment in my kid's eyes when they realized, in that very moment that a world of discovery lay ahead. There was a sense of accomplishment for sure . . . but there was also a look of "If I can do this . . . I wonder what ELSE I can do!"

I know Marisol and Miguel have long forgotten their first steps. We have moved on to scooters and bicycles now. But each time my kids take a step into the "unknown," it just ignites their passions further. I'm so proud of them. All it takes is a first step . . .

How many adventures are awaiting you . . . simply by taking a step?

Start leading that Bible study God is asking you to do.
Write that first page of the book you always wanted to try.
Schedule your first music lesson.
Start that blog.
Open a savings account for that trip you always wanted to take.
Tell that one friend about how Jesus has changed your life and see what happens.

You see . . . life is an adventure. Opportunities abound just around the corner. But how will you know if you never take that first step. It could take you from the couch to the kitchen chair (like my kids) or it could take you around the world. Who knows?

Oh there's risk involved. You could fall flat on your butt. However, just like my kids, you get back up and try again . . . this time with the gained wisdom from the previous fall.

Don't miss out on life's amazing journey by putting off the first step.

One step leads to another.
Next thing you know, you are running.
Then you are flying.

Take a chance. Take a step. Before you know it . . . you will seize every leap of faith as the bridge to your next adventure. Isn't that how God meant it to be?

What are you waiting for?

Onward and upward (literally)

Stephen