Look the Snake in the Eye

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10 A few days ago, I discussed a challenging lesson in life that we all encounter: God does not simply remove our problems, represented by snakes. Instead, He provides a way forward. He offers healing and strength, but does not eliminate the challenges we face. One reason many people do not pursue their own dreams and instead latch onto others’ dreams is that they avoid confronting their own difficulties, whether internal or external. They may plan to move their projects forward, think about their goals, and even form committees to make things happen, but they still hesitate to face those challenges.  However, that is not you, my friend. I believe God has instilled a