April 9th 2006

I have finally figured out why I am so at unrest about this whole Japan trip. The answer is rather obvious but I guess sometimes we are blind to our own weakness. I do not have peace about this trip.One of my dreams is to work and live in South East Asia and this trip is providing me with an opportunity that I have longed for. I would have thought I would have been more excited than I am. I have been reading a book that talks about how to fulfill your dreams. This is a quote form it: “Peace gives you a sense of knowing that you are capable of coming out of your comfort zone, and confusion causes you to become frustrated and therefore, weary about leaving your comfort zone.” I think once I get peace I will be able to step out with faith and boldness on this trip. I guess this is just a good occasion to remind me that this trip is not about me. I need to take hold of these verses “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 NIV
The Message Bible says it like this(vs 6-7): “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.”