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Life at the Edge of the Pool

Are you one of those people who loves to jump into the pool or are you the one who tests the water?  There is a big difference between the two.  No matter what your personality type, in life we should all be working towards jumping in with both feet. 

I know that seems hard for those who want to test the waters of life.  For Christians it should be easy to make that decision.  God is in control of our lives we don't need to test the water because God already has a plan for us to succeed.

I know it is easier said than done for some people but we need to work towards building our trust of God.  Just like our earthly parents do not wish us harm, our heavenly Father wants us not just to do well but to be victorious. 

God's plan for us is clear we just have to trust Him, do what He asks of us and we will be successful.  The problem is we live here on earth.  Sometimes we let fear creep into our lives and it holds us back from jumping into the pool with both feet. 

Don't let fear take hold of you, don't test the waters, jump in with both feet.  God has already made the plan if you follow His directions you will succeed.  Stop testing the water because there will be times when God calls us to jump in and the water may still be cold, but don't fear.  Don't spend your life at the edge of the pool.

Fearless: Book Review

I enjoy Max Lucado's writing.  His books are practical.  I started reading Fearless, expecting the same.  This book however exceeded all my expectations.  I may go as far as to say that this book is Max Lucado's best book yet.  It has changed my life and the way I live.  It should be required reading for all Christians. 

I am not one of those people who is afraid of everything.  I am usually the person who helps others with their fears.  This book shows me I am living in fear to a certain extent.  Fearless pinpoints fears that we think are just innocuous thoughts.  

I love this book because it not only shows us that we are not the only ones who battle fear, but it shows us how to overcome our fears. I like the way Max uses not only Bible illustrations but also real life illustrations, including his own fears. 

I have been recommending this book to everyone I know.  It will show you that your fears can ruin your life, if not addressed.  Max gives practical ways to overcome these fears and live our life, fearlessly. Pick up a copy of Fearless, you will not be disappointed.