Steps....

Have you ever fallen down the stairs? Have you ever fallen away from God? I have done both; one because I tend to be clumsy and the other because I tend to be human. Both hurt and caused me to fear. But falling from God brought me alot futher down than the bottom of any staircase. It brought me to my personal and spiritual bottom. An experience of seperation from my family, my friends and my God. I stayed long enough to begin to believe that I wasnt able make the climb back or worse, I wasnt worthy of trying. My fear of both kept me there. It was conviction that finally brought me around and I found the courage and faith I needed to take that first step back in the right direction. It could be a long journey back up; but one I embrace. With each step I take I feel that much stronger and that much closer to the top and all that wonderful that awaits! Lord, Thank you - Thank you for never leaving me, for when I needed You most You were there to pick me up and show me the way. I love You. JR