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An Empty Swing

For the last 3.5 years I have worked at a local residential treatment facility for adjudicated youth (both boys and girls). A majority of our students are court ordered and have substance abuse and trauma backgrounds.  They are from various states in this great country.  God has given me a heart for these kids that many people (including some of their parents) have given up on trying to help.  We don't give up on them because God hasn't.

Well, that chapter in my life is over, for a variety of reasons and it is time to start the new chapter (which is blank at the moment). It is exciting and scary to move on.  It is also good. I have a chance to widen my sphere of influence, to meet new people. To find new hearts to pray for.

Just as this swing is still and waiting to be used, it is my turn to be still and wait for God to direct me. To conserve my energy.  To be here and ready to go.

Joy comes when we learn to embrace change and let God love us and guide us through.

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