Bridging Over with Guidance

Many years ago, I was just an ordinary person. I grew up with problems just like everyone else. Its true life has its share of problems. Does anyone know why these things happen to us? Of course, no one sits around thinking about why things happen to you in your daily life. Things just happen! The people you meet sometimes can steer you in the wrong direction or even pull you into their problems and without thinking, you can be involved in a whole new set of problems. We are very fortunate if we have friends that last a lifetime and there are a few. Others just seem to fade in and out of our lives. Did you ever wonder why? Of course not. Sometimes life takes a sudden change. This could be a move to a new area or perhaps a new job. It could even be the death of a loved one. Most people are so busy with their plans for their daily lives that there is no time to sit and ponder or I should say, ‘think’ about why you are here and if there is a purpose for your existence. These questions sound silly, don’t you think? Generation after generation, we walk in each other’s footsteps never questioning the reason why, or perhaps afraid of disappointing others. Sometimes strange things or events take place but we are afraid to share them with others for fear that we will be judged by them. Therefore, you quietly sit by and say nothing, or you have a choice in the matter. This is a chance to step out of the box and reach out to whatever is beyond your imagination. There you can find the purpose to why you are here, why there are problems, and who can help you by giving directions if you need help. And are willing to listen and be obedient. It is not an easy lifestyle at the beginning and it is not for wimps! It takes courage and guts to stand up and fight for what you believe in. In the end, you will find out that it was worth the battle you were fighting for, for yourself and others around you. Doors were opened to me that I did not know existed. I fell into a whole new world. There was a silent passageway that connected me to this new world and it was not by my choice. I did not understand what was happening, but I knew God would carry me through anything. I would like to share my story with you on how it all began. GUIDANCE DANCING WITH GOD When I meditated on the word Guidance, I kept seeing "dance" at the end of the word. I remember reading that doing God’s will is a lot like dancing. When two people try to lead, nothing feels right. The movement doesn’t flow with the music, and everything is quite uncomfortable and jerky. When one person realizes that, and lets the other lead, both bodies begin to flow with the music. One gives gentle cues, perhaps with a nudge to the back or by pressing Lightly in one direction or another. It’s as if two become one body, moving beautifully. The dance takes surrender, willingness, and attentiveness from one person and gentle guidance and skill from the other. My eyes drew back to the word Guidance. When I saw "G": I thought of God, followed by "u" and "i". "God," "u" and "i" dance." God, you and I dance. As I lowered my head, I became willing to trust that I would get guidance about my life. Once again, I became willing to let God lead. My prayer for you today is that God’s blessings and mercies are upon you on this day and everyday. May you abide in God, as God abides in you. Dance together with God, trusting God to lead and to guide you through each season of your life. So let’s continue to pray for one another. And I Hope You Dance! Author Unknown   February 2008 Prayer: Dear Lord; Why are these things happening to me? I do not understand. There were pictures in my mind and they were in color and they moved freely about as I watched them. It seemed as if I were looking into another dimension. I was hearing and seeing the Blessed Virgin Mary. Lord was I having a mental breakdown? Answer: My Nancy; You were called to a wonderful new and exciting life style for a reason. Before you were born, I knew that you would choose me. Even when you were a little girl unknowingly, you had a relationship with me through my mother (Mary). Through a child’s eyes, you were searching for me, your savior. As an adult, there were many things you needed to learn about the Holy Spirit. Many barriers needed to be broken. As a new creation in Christ, I was able to touch many lives through you. You are a new springtime to others of sharing our stories and praying for lost souls. You are a strong warrior that will lead others to have a relationship with me. Doors will open in my timing. Many are called and few are chosen, my little dancer. Savior – means a person who rescues someone or something from disastrous circumstance.