On my back porch one night, Buffy and I spent some real quality time with a young couple. They are going through a life / work transition and are making the best decisions they can for their young family. I shared that I am also doing this, but at the other end of the spectrum. Now I am not at the retirement age (like I was reminded of earlier today), nor am I at the financial retirement level (thanks to our wonderful economy), so I still have to work. We are at different ends of the bell curve, but I still have to make those hard decisions. We are both Christians, so we are both seeking God’s guidance. I told him that about half a dozen people suggested public office to me, which is really weird. I need to stop using the expression, “I WILL NEVER…”. It seems God enjoys reminding me that I once uttered those words, as He leads me directly onto the path of what I swore I would never do. Being involved in a church was first on that list of “I WILL NEVER…”.
Here is my advice to that young husband / father. This is also the advice I try to apply to myself. First of all, look and listen for God’s leading. He will take you, prod you and lead you only so far. At some point during this process you have to recognize His hand and take the final steps of faith on your own. Once you take that step, He will give you more confirmations you made the right choice. I have put down a fleece for God to really truly convince me that He wants me in public office. I am not wanting to get into that sewer at all.
Secondly, if you are married. Make sure your spouse is fully on board. This does not mean they are not concerned, worried or fearful. This means they do not have strong objections. This is your helpmate and we need to listen to their concerns and insights. God would not want you to be divided, so don’t be. He will work on their soul if He wants you to do it.
Thirdly, be honest about the need and likelihood of success. This requires you to seek outside counsel. For me, it is Christian men that I respect. If you do not have these men in your life, GET THEM NOW! You need to let them into your life, to let them get to know you as you truly are. This way, when you go to them for advice, they can give you good counsel based upon what they know of you and what God says to them about you.
Finally, when you have exhausted these steps and you believe you are to do it, take a moment. Pray even more, wait then leap with all you have. If God led you there, He will complete your journey with you. He will not abandon you. I wrote this today for myself, but I am sure I am writing for some of you who are deciding if they should or should not do something. I hope this helps.
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