A BRANCH ALONE

As I opened my Purpose Driven Life book this morning and found day 15, I scan the scripture quotes on the section division page and find John 15:5.

"I am the vine and you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing."

Hmmm...third time this week I've seen that verse. Maybe I better take note--God might be trying to tell me something.

Jesus states that I am utterly dependent upon him. Not somewhat...a little...a lot...or mostly dependent...but, completely and utterly to the point that apart from him I can do nothing! Am I ok with this? Do I remain in him for every decision? Or do I try to do some things on my own?

As I nestle into my spot behind the pace car of life waiting patiently for the race toward my dreams to begin, I pray continually for guidance and watch for the green flag. As soon as I see the green flag, I put her in fifth gear running at full throttle down the racetrack of life looking for that checkered flag. But, what I usually encounter is the yellow or...even worse...the red flag.

These flags are God's reminder to get back in HIS race. He slows me down to prepare me for the next turn...the next obstacle that HE will lead me around. This reminds me once again of my utter dependence on Him as all I find in these moments is silence and frustration...until the cycle of the race returns to His pace once again.

So...here I am back at the writing one day at a time...bits and pieces...until I receive the next direction from Him.