Uncharted Waters

How does this picture make you feel?

Have you ever been caught in a small boat in a big storm?

One of my first traumatic experiences as a child was almost drowning. I was about eight years old.

Back then, when you disobeyed your parents and almost died, you faced angry parents, not therapy.

I was terrified of water for years. I had nightmares for years. And no one ever asked me if I was okay.

PTSD has been a part of my life for longer than I was previously aware of.

This picture represents PTSD quite literally. Unchartered waters.

I love this quote from the Two Listeners (a devotional from the 1930's).

"You are in uncharted waters.

But the Lord of the Seas is with you."

Uncharted waters: every morning I wake up, trying something new, facing physical, emotional, or spiritual hurt and/or growth, welcoming a new child or grandchild, a major life shift...

Thankfully, Jesus is my All in All. He is the Lord of the Seas! And He is with me in this boat called life. There is nothing I face that He has not navigated. He is a trustworthy Captain. I can confidently follow Him.

"Sing for JOY."

I love how Jesus gives me an action point. SING FOR JOY.

There are numerous studies over numerous years on the benefits of music. The point has been proved: scientifically, psychologically, physically and spiritually.

Try it next time you face uncharted water. Sing for joy that the Lord of the Seas is with you.