kicking fear out of "the driver's seat"

A dear friend of mine posted this jewel of wisdom from a contemporary "philosopher".


"Maybe mistakes are what make our fate... without them what would shape our lives? Maybe if we had never veered off course we wouldn't fall in love, have babies, or be who we are. After all, things change, so do cities, people come into your life and they go. But it's comforting to know that the ones you love are always in your heart... and if you're very lucky, a plane ride away” ~Sarah Jessica Parker

While it is doubtful SJP has a Kingdom mind and thus insight into God's truths, ALL truth is God's truth and there may be some truth in this "philosophy". Generally, fear is the consequence of not wanting the shame or blame associated with making a mistake. Thus, fear constrains our willingness to move out in the midst of uncertainty. BUT God calls us to walk in faith, which by definition is an assurance in the midst of uncertainty or when things look impossible ("in hope without hope believed" Abraham).

What is it we can be sure of so we can "move out" in faith and not be fearful? The Kingdom mind says we can be sure that God loves us and nothing can change that, he wants the best for us, he is in control, and His grace is sufficient (for all our well being).

I may be repeating this but one of my favorite scriptures (and one I read to my youngest daughter when she was a teen) is

"fear not little flock, for your heavenly Father has chosen gladly to give you His Kingdom."

While we do not purposefully go out and destroy our lives, we can move out knowing that we cannot!!!!   something to ponder ...