The Space for Dreams

I came across this on Facebook and loved it. 

       It just goes so well with my New Year's theme, which, officially is "Every Day is A Special Occasion." But the underlying idea is to Be Fearless. I just used a fancy metaphor. If you read this post, you will understand the connection. 

       If you think about this quote, it really makes perfect sense. There is this normal space that we live in, and it's called The Comfort Zone. You've probably heard of it. The thing about it is that a lot of the time, we don't really want to be there. Not just because we have plans for something bigger and better, but also because it may not be a really comfortable  place to be. But there is a certain comfort that comes from the familiarity of The Comfort Zone. However, just because we are used to feeling a certain way, or being in a certain place in our lives--just because it is familiar, and therefore comfortable-- doesn't mean it is the right thing or the right place. We need to let go of whatever is holding us back--anger, self-doubt, past experiences, a grudge, fear--and allow God to take us to a better place in our lives. He will lead us, but He won't drag us where we refuse to go. 

          The Comfort Zone only allows for a small space of light and visibility. There is no room in that small space for dreams. The space for dreams is somewhere in the darkness of the unknown. It is in a place that can only be reached if we let go of our fears and of familiarity and instead take steps of faith.