If I don’t believe what I can see, how do I believe what I can’t see? 

I observe people not believing in themselves, not believing that they are beautiful, not believing that they are smart, and not believing that they can accomplish great things.  

I see people who have lost weight look into the mirror and not see that they have lost anything despite the fact that the scale is evidence of success. 

I have witnessed gorgeous people of all shapes and sizes look into the mirror and not believe that they are beautiful.

I know people who have evidence of doing great things at school, sports, and work but are unable to see success. 

What can I do to gain the courage and strength to believe in something wholeheartedly without actually seeing it with my own eyes?  How do I let go of control and believe in what’s not tangible?

Stepping out in faith is simple, but not easy.  Releasing control and following one’s intended path is risky.  I have to trust that the intended path will bring more joy than the path that I had planned.

I have to believe and have faith that I will choose my intended path, not my path.  Listening for clues that define my path and believe that I will be guided to make the right choices. 

Being open to doing things that might not make sense at the moment, but prepare me for things in my future.  Having the courage and patience to wait for the plan to unfold and allow myself to enjoy the journey. 

So how does one reach out in faith, release control, and let things happen?  It all starts with opening one’s heart to love. 

One day at a time, with small steps and great faith I began to learn the value of giving up control to Jesus.  A willingness to choose love brings forgiveness and happiness.  Prayer, thanking Jesus, and love are constants in my life.  I am grateful and blessed.

I continue to believe because no matter how bumpy the path, patience and prayer, always lead to something greater than I could have dreamed for myself.  Darkness is present, but I choose to look for the light, the good.  I believe in the good and I work at not getting sucked into the darkness.  I always search for the light.  I pray that I will be open to what God has planned for me.  I have faith, love and I believe. 

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