Fade was a word that did not evoke a lot of emotion in me until recently. It reminds me of a men’s hair style, my jeans and Fade to Black (a popular Metallica song which is actually quite sad). This week while listening to K-LOVE radio there were two distinct songs about fade that caught my attention. One by Casting Crowns, emphasizing the effects and the slow fade of perpetual crappy choices we make and how it can wreck our lives. The other by Jeremy Camp encouraging us to let our old way of life that was unhealthy to fade away.
Jeremy’s song is my favorite of all three. It got me thinking – where and what in my life am I allowing to fade? It can be a positive or a negative; but always a choice. Am I allowing fear to fade as I pursue my calling to share my life in the hopes of encouraging others? Or do we slide back into comfortable routines and habits that do not enhance our lives?
The official definition of fade (as a noun) is “the process of becoming less bright.” My hope is that we always shine bright, especially in the areas that make us special and unique. I equally hope the crutches in my life – the need for others approval, fear of saying no and allowing myself to check-out sometimes, will begin to dim to the point they can no longer be seen. What areas of your life need to fade?
Resources/Inspiration:
Songs:
Radio Station:
K-LOVE – 102.1 & 104.1 in San Diego
Verses:
Proverbs 23:18 (HCSB) – “For then you will have a future, and your hope will never fade.”
I Samuel 16:7 (NIV) – “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”
Luke 11:35 (ERV) – “So be careful! Don’t let the light in you become darkness.”
Once again wanted to tell you how much I love your blog. Never too long and always creative. Thought provoking little nuggets that are fun and interesting to ponder. I love how you take a single word and develop concepts to consider. Fade came at a perfect time as a lesson I am working on with the girls. Sent them the link! 🙂 Love you, love your work, Hope you keep it up!
I love you my friend! Thank you so much for your gift of friendship and encouragement. It truly means the world to me! Big hugs – Nancy
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
It seems to be that each week the subject matter that you choose to share with us is very pertinent to me at that exact moment!
Please continue in your effort and enthusiasm to enlighten us.
Thank you Cynthia! You are the best encourager! Big hugs to you my friend!