Before I can embark on my crazy journey, I am spending the first four days at training camp. God has been teaching me a lot about myself. Now two days into camp, Satan has already tried to drown me in doubt. “Just sit down Karson, and keep quiet. Hide your heart and your face from all these people. No one cares about you Karson, so why even bother opening up?..”
Sure we all know the devil is a liar and those statements aren’t completely true. . .
Sort of. . . Maybe. . ?
The devil tries to take your shame and use it to weigh you down until you’re so overwhelmed that you feel like you’ve been dunked into the chaos of emotions. The hurt of past lies and shame attempt to fill your lungs until you suffocate.
But God hasn’t called me to live in defeat. He has called me into a life of victory and holiness. He has drawn me away from a life of stagnant waters full of apathy and shame.
He has wooed me into His endless ocean of mercy and has completely romanced my heart and shown me that His love covers a multitude of sins. He can help me walk the path He has placed before me. He whispers his love into my heart and heals all that has been hurt. He asks me to step into His river that will wash me clean. He asks me to trust him.
These few days I’ve not only learned to swim. I’ve learned to dive. I invite you too to lift your hands in surrender and plunge into the sea of forgiveness and start fresh!
I will keep you posted as we grow nearer to our trip! God bless!
Karson
