New Dreams...

I find a lot of comfort in songs. There is one song that has been particularly meaningful to me as my life started to change three years ago. Over three years ago, I heard God calling me to go to Sudan. Little did I know by saying yes to that trip, my life would completely change. I had to learn to let go of all of my dreams and expectations for my life and submit to the path God wanted me to go on instead. At times it's painful, but it has strengthened my faith and increased my trust in the Lord. Every now and then something happens where I feel that emotion again of giving up things I hold so dear. Planning my wedding has been a mix of great joy and sadness. Sadness because my loved ones aren't here. I always imagined sharing this day with my friends and family. Even though it's hard, I wouldn't change God's plan and timing at all. He has been so merciful by blessing me incredibly through this process. I wanted to share with you the lyrics of a song by Avalon called "The Dreams I Dream For You." This is a beautiful song about God's dreams for us. Many times we are crushed when things don't happen according to our plans. This song reminds me that God has a special plan for each of us and we just have to hang it there and discover what He has in store. I encourage you to listen to the song online as well as read the lyrics. I hope it blesses you as it did me if this is something you are struggling with.

You taste the tears
You're lost in sorrow
You see your yesterdays
I see tomorrow
You see the darkness
I see the spark
You know your failures
But I know your heart

(Chorus:)
The dreams I dream for you
Are deeper than the ones you're clinging to
More precious than the finest things you knew
And truer than the treasures you pursue
Let the old dreams die
Like stars that fade from view
Then take the cup I offer
And drink deeply of
The dreams I dream for you

You see your shame
But I see your glory
You've read one page
I know the story
I hold a vision
That you'll become
As you grow into the truth
As you learn to walk in love

(Chorus)

Let the old dreams die
Like stars that fade from view
Then take the cup I offer
And drink deeply of
The dreams I dream for you