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  1. What a meaningful post! Although the water looks so lovely, I must admit that I, too, prefer to look and not dive in. I pray that is not the case in opportunities that God gives me for outreach.
    The analogy of the young daughter on the edge of the boat is so real to me. God understands our hesitancy, but what a comfort to know He is always there to encourage, protect, and guide.
    Thank you for this post, Linda.

    • Excellent illustration of God’s abiding encouragement for us. I must admit, I would opt to stay in the boat. Deep waters frighten me. Like Carol, I pray I won’t miss an opportunity when God calls me into deep waters.

      • Deep waters frighten me, too, Dawn. My husband and I have gone on sunset cruises at times while on vacation and the inky, black water far out into the ocean almost panicked me. I just had to not think about it. Trusting Him to help me with my fears about deep waters, both literal and spiritual. Thanks for commenting!

    • Thank you, Carol. I give that girl credit for even sitting on the step in that cold, cold water! That’s so not me. Yes, I pray I dive in to opportunities God brings, having full confidence in Him. Thanks for your comment.

  2. I loved reading this wonderful post, Linda! The picture is beautiful and your words were powerful. Thanks for sharing!

    • Thanks, Jean. Yes, it was wonderful. The best part was that we took my 82-yr-old mom with us. She and Dad always dreamed of going to Hawaii. They never made it there together before he died 10 years ago, but we said there’s no reason she still can’t go. It was a dream come true for her. And a huge blessing for us to be a part of it.

  3. Ahh how I’ve wallowed in that “no condemnation” scripture. He may prod and encourage, but He won’t condemn.

  4. What a lovely post Linda! Thanks for sharing that sweet story of the dad and his daughter.

    I also am not a deep water person, preferring to stay and splash about in the shallows. In the spiritual realm, I’m also tempted to stay where it’s safe, but the times I’ve launched out into the deep, my Heavenly Father has kept His promise to be always with me. Isn’t it wonderful how gentle and patient He is with us?

    • Interestingly, safety doesn’t always equal the greatest fulfillment. I’m learning that very slowly! But yes, God is a gentle and patient teacher and I’m so thankful. May we all learn to be brave deep sea divers under His faithful guidance. Thanks for your comment.

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