I’m embracing a new awareness: “It’s my time & It’s my turn”. As a person who typically plays the supportive role, I realized it’s my time and it’s my turn. The issue is I’m most comfortable in the role of supporting others in the game of life. I have no qualms with cheering loved ones and encouraging them to pursue their dreams and passions. However, my playing second fiddle isn’t all God called me to be. Yes, it makes my heart glad to sow my talents, time and finances into others, but it’s not okay for me to smother my own dreams and desires, just because I feel safe in the background.  

Playing safe and rallying from the sidelines as others run the ball down the field to pursue new endeavors is second nature to me. I love listening and encouraging loved ones to overcome challenges while in pursuit of the goal line- while I remain in the safe zone of my own life. Recently, during a conversation with a close friend, I realized that I’d embraced the background mentality as normal and acceptable. My supportive nature keeps me in the shadows.  And over the years, I’ve prayed about various aspirations, but if presented to me right now, would I readily welcome the blessing/opportunity? Or would I hesitate and backup into my safe space?  I don’t want to miss what it’s store for me because I prefer to wave the poms poms from the sidelines. I’ve played the position of safety for too long- it’s my time and it’s my turn.

I’m embracing this new awareness and walking out of the shadows of fear into the Son (sun) of Light.  I don’t know all the plans God has for my life, but I’m no longer shrinking back while others shine. We all are called to shine as children of God. My shine doesn’t diminish others, but rather is a beacon to encourage others to step to the forefront of purpose.  I was born to be a solution to a conundrum and it’s my time and it’s my turn to initiate! I’m seizing the good things the unknown has for me. My prayer is for God to help me to acknowledge and accept every blessing and God-opportunity planned for me. Lord, don’t allow my apprehensive nature and fear to drown out your Light. Help me to step boldly into every promise and always give You the glory. It’s my time and it’s my turn!