With a final, lingering look at summertime, let’s consider the word redeploy. I know it sounds all “military-boots on the ground-ready to fight” but it simply means a transfer from one area or activity to another. In our case, we could say it’s a transfer from leisure activity to focused activity.
- Activity is good. It’s a sign of health, strength, intention. It rouses us from bed for a purpose and returns us to bed with a sense of accomplishment.
- Activity is also a sign of bravery. It demonstrates our courage to meet a challenge and step out of our comfort and security.
- Activity grows us and stretches us in ways we can’t anticipate. We expose ourselves to opportunities and find our spirits fed and hearts filled.
As you consider God’s path for you this fall, I expect to hear tales of old fears being conquered and new vistas opening before you.
BARBARA HIGBY 