Hermit crabs have to ditch their old shell to move into a a bigger and better shell as they grow. In the process of going from one shell to the next however, they're vulnerable. Likewise, on our journey with Jesus, there are times when we need to transition from what we know as "comfortable" or what we know as "home" in order to move forward in the plans that God has for us and to grow-up. It is in these times we can feel really vulnerable, scared and even intimidated. Venturing into the "NEW" requires courage and faith- especially trust.
As we grow- there are bigger battles to fight, and bigger fish to fry- (not hermit crabs) and we come to the realization- that wait, I really don't know everything, things aren't "the usual" and I have a lot of room to grow.
Just want to encourage you that if that's you- (which I can completely relate to) be BRAVE, and use a whole new measure of faith, to step out, make yourself vulnerable and allow God to direct your steps.
Trust in the LORD with all
your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
submit to him, and he will make your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Proverbs 3:5-6
San Diego to Los Angeles
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| Me and my friend Kelly from San Diego at Mel's Diner in Hollywood earlier this year on my birthday. |
This past year of my life I've been in major transition- and I have felt more vulnerable than ever before.
God called me to leave my beautiful beach town in San Diego for the mayhem of Los Angeles. Talk about a whole 'nother ball game. I have experienced more culture shock in LA than the majority of countries that I've traveled to around the world. Parking meters, and limitations, traffic, and tickets- so much to do at all hours of the day and night- and I live in the city- this beach girl never dreamed of living in the city. hehe. But you know what- I can say it's all been worth it.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the
LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope
and a future". Jeremiah 29:11
What if God's plans for my life weren't all about me. What if they were definitely to bless me, to prosper me and not to harm me, to give me a hope and a future..... but what if they were also to advance His kingdom here on earth, to reach out to the lost and the broken, those who are starving for affection no matter how many eyes are watching them, or how many followers they have on Twitter.
True, authentic, genuine LOVE.
This season of my life, God's called me to the entertainment capital of the world. Hollywood and the greater Los Angeles area in California. I am stepping out in FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE along with COURAGE into what I believe is an area that God has predestined me to work in since I was a little girl. What will it all look like, I have no idea. I just know that He's prepared me and equipped me more-so over the last 10 years for a time like this. Let me tell you- the harvest is so ripe here. God is doing something radical. Significant. And we cannot turn a blind eye or a deaf ear at this hour.
For the first six months that I was in this area, I was working in Social Media, helping develop a department for a local online company. I left that full time job in faith, because I knew that I could not abandon God's purpose for me in this area. Not that my career as a social media strategist was purposeless- I can tell you this, I received an incredible education and God gave me such insight into this up and coming field- for FREE! And I even got paid for it :) But there came a point of plateau and it was just time to move on. It was time to fly.
What many of you don't know is that over the years God has been giving me vision and creative ideas, to use the creative arts as a way to reach the world on a massive level with the message of Jesus. (Would love to share with you more~ you can always shoot me a message or call me). Capturing people's stories and documenting them is one of the ways, but it's part of a greater vision. Some of you may remember when I took off to Australia to do YWAM (Youth With a Mission) and God stirred up in my heart a passion for Hollywood & the media. To reach and love on everyone, from the prostitutes on the streets to the studio executives. And just prior to graduating from UCSB, God asked me to lay down my dream. (even though I believe it was placed there by Him).
See I had a bit of growing up to do. A journey to grow on. And many of you followed me and supported me over the years as God has led me from place to place to Australia, Encinitas and on this "Global Trek". And I am so grateful for you. Truly so so grateful.
I really want to PRAISE God in Jesus' name for ALL He has done in me and through me.
"For it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose." Philippians 2:13
I'm just a beautiful work in progress, and progressively moving forward in the plans that God has.
It's time for a Extreme Shell Makeover!
LOVE YOU ALL! And pray for God's JOY to fill you up- buttercup!
If any of you feel led to pray for me- I would oh so appreciate it,
and there is a donation button on the blog too if you'd like to contribute a buck or two :) hehe.
If any of you feel led to pray for me- I would oh so appreciate it,
and there is a donation button on the blog too if you'd like to contribute a buck or two :) hehe.
