LIVING THE DREAM

I remember being a little girl dreaming of what I would be when I grew up.  I had dreamed of being a dancer. Every-time "IN LIVING COLOR" would come on I would dance and pretend I was one of the fly girls, dancing my way to the top.  Prior to In Living Color,  I loved to watch Solid Gold which was a variety show.  I would dream of being a solid gold dancer or taking Marilyn McCoo job as the host.  I hope you guys can remember this far back LOL!  I also remember having a interest to learn about people and what made them tick.  I would spend time laying in the drive way; interviewing my friends on my radio tape player...  As life went on, my dreams seem to fad away.  I became consumed with what society projected as success, my friends opinions, and spending time with boyfriends.  I allowed people and things to distract me from the pursuit of the dream God has placed down in my soul. 

My pastor stated last week that we gravitate toward what gives us value.  If money gives us value then we pursue money.  If food gives us value then we pursue food.  If people give us value then we pursue people, relationships etc.  I believe if we all find out who God says we are then we can gravitate towards Him because he gives us value.  He also said what gives us value can also make you go beneath yourself.  For example, women continue to stay in abusive relationships because the person fills their heads with a false-sense of value.  Knowing who we are in God gives us a true sense of value and purpose.  Once you know who you are in God, then you will have the strength to go after what has been placed in you to do.  We all have a dream that was given and we must pursue it!

My question to you is what will it take for you to live your dream?  What holds us back from pursuing our passion; over-coming our fears, and pushing past all obstacles to grab hold of our inner most desires? 

Consider your values, beliefs, and purpose.  Remember God has placed that dream in you and He has given you the desire, will and power to LIVE THE DREAM!!!

So don't be surprised if you see me on a dance show or hosting one... ;-)