Day Twenty: Preparing For The Flood
I've learned that if there's something big, something important, something monumental that could affect life change, there's more than likely going to be a bumpy road to its realization. I'm starting to see that in preparation for this book release and concert. I'm remembering the importance of daily surrender to God, knowing I really don't control the outcome. I can only do what I can do. He must do the work in the other realms in order for things to get done in my little sphere of influence. And I'm happy with that. It keeps me from getting too self sufficient. It keeps my feet on the ground and my head from being puffed up. I can make a benefit concert and book release party happen, and it'll be good. That's because I'm creative and an organizer, and I've worked in a "producer" role for a long time. But if it's just good, then I have failed. The stuff that really matters- the God-sized story- I cannot lift a finger to advance. That's why this book is so beautiful to me. I've done nothing to cause its favor, and I can do nothing to ensure its success. This has been and will always be the divine work of God and His intense concern for His Kingdom advancing, His glory being made great, and His love changing and nurturing hearts. Period. And as long as I keep renewing my mind and shedding this fleshly worry about making something "good," then I just get to sit back and enjoy the ride.
So, I'm preparing for the flood, but more inward preparation than outward. I've already felt the trickle of chaos. I see the thunder heads. I know it's coming.
But rainbows usually follow, right? And that's kind of exciting. :)
God, will You hold me tightly as I approach the concert at full speed. When I feel the urge to pull away and make things "happen" in my own strength, will you please employ much grace toward me and remind me of my place and Yours. I pray for the people who will attend. May they enjoy themselves... but may that be the very last thing on their minds as they leave. I want deeper work to be done, and that HAS to be You. Amen.
- C
EVENT PAGE: Desperate Hope Book Release & Concert
TO PURCHASE TICKETS: Book Release Tickets