I can be so self absorbed at times and so concerned about MY plan.  I heard a beautiful and timely message on Sunday about surrendering to Christ and His ultimate plan for my life. 

I seem to trip up in this area.  I am a planner and I have dreams for my life and my  family.  Sometimes I feel like I am racing through my life trying to make them all come true.

I was reminded that I need to take my eyes off of myself and MY plan and remember that God is not here to serve me but I am here to serve Him.  I need to let go of the reigns and enjoy this ride that I have been given.  I need to trust that God knows what He is doing and that His "ride" is better than any I could ever imagine or plan. 

Once I took on this attitude, I began to see a bigger picture for my life in Paris.  Wondering what God has planned for me.  How  He is going to use me, Dan and the kids?   I need to let go and let Him.  I will learn French, I will be able to get everything done that I need to before we leave, my parents and family will be fine while I am away. 

My shoulders aren't quite so tight and life is so much easier when I am in the passenger seat.  I am just along for the ride and I am certain that it will be one filled with great adventure, laughter, and tears but ultimately I want to be an instrument that God can use.