Finding what makes us come alive ------------------------   We must realize, God has rigged the world so that it only works when we embrace risk as the theme of our lives, when we live by faith.  All attempts to find a safer life, to live by the expectations of others, just kill the soul in the end. That's not how we find life. If you had permission to do what you really want to do, what would you do? Don't ask how--that will cut your desire off at the knees.  How is never the right question.  How is a faithless question.  It means "unless I can see my way clearly, I won't venture forth."  When the angel told Zacharias that his ancient wife would bear him a son named John, Zacharias asked how and was struck dumb for it. How is God's department:  He is asking you what.  What is written in your heart?  What makes you come alive?   from Dare to Desire, written by John Eldredge    (more books and resources available from http://www.family.org/ or http://www.amazon.com) Comments? Email me here, It may take awhile, but I will get back to you.