Relinquish Stagnation and Step Into A New Dimension

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Relinquish Stagnation and Step Into A New Dimension

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…and Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus. – Matthew 14:29

Sometimes we want to rise to a new dimension in life but the only thing that’s holding us back is ourselves. The only thing keeping us is our inability to step out of our comfort zone.

In order to be all that you want to be, you should practice thinking out of the box and stepping out of your comfort zone. When you practice these things, you will find a whole new world of possibilities that you never knew existed.

You will find that you are stronger than you ever thought possible when making the choice to rise to a new occasion. But you will never know your true strength until you put yourself to the test. The body builder doesn’t develop the strength that he has by putting the same weight on the bar. No, he has to experiment with more weight. He has to expose himself to more challenges in order to progress.

Are you open to new challenges?

You have to raise the bar for yourself in order to grow. I’m reminded of a great saying that says, “Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” In order to expose yourself to new possibilities you must develop the strength and courage to take new risks in life.

Like today’s scripture, Peter stepped out of the boat and walked toward Jesus. But the scripture goes on to say that he began to look around at the boisterous winds and waves, became fearful and began to sink.

My friend it’s natural to feel fear as you step into your new destiny. Fear is a natural part of life, but don’t let fear overtake you. Don’t let fear hold you back and keep you at shore. Develop courage and strength and expose yourself to new oceans and notice the growth you experience as you charge forth in your journey of life.

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Author: Jarrod Clark (242 Articles)

Hello and welcome to my blog. My name is Jarrod Clark, author and founder of OptimisticJourney.com and my goal for this blog is to provide inspirational messages for maintaining an optimistic outlook on life. To find out more about me, check out the About Jarrod tab at the top of the page and if you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact me! Thanks!

6 Comments

At 2010.04.30 22:58, Kiesha @ We Blog Better said:

Hi Jarrod – that story about Peter, while it shows me what happens when you start focusing the environment instead of on Jesus – this same story strengthens my faith. Just knowing that even if for only a short time, Peter was able to walk on water, it let’s me know that anything is possible, you just have to stay focused on Christ. Honestly, it’s the only way I’m able to do anything.
I didn’t realize you had such a nice blog. Sorry it took me so long to make my way here.
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- At 2010.05.02 22:34, Jarrod Clark said:
  
  Hi Kiesha,
  
  Welcome! I totally agree, the story of Peter is one of the greatest stories of faith in the Bible. I’m sure that was a great learning experience for Peter himself. Thanks for stopping by, take care!
  
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At 2010.05.01 00:24, Joy said:

Jarrod,
You make many valid points. In my life fear can be an obstacle, but I tend to view fear as an indicator that I am on the right path. I do believe in rest, but I also know when I am comfortable I am not truly growing, and growth is often necessary to get to the next level. My faith is strong, and it says anything is possible, however I believe I need to step out first then God and the Universe will meet me where I step. Sometimes that step is taken confidently, sometimes in great fear, but I have to take it…..
I challenge myself to new and different everyday, sometimes something small sometimes something big and life changing, for me it’s the process that is the journey. And my children learn from watching me and now even at their young age try new things just because “Mom does”.

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- At 2010.05.02 22:38, Jarrod Clark said:
  
  Hi Joy,
  
  I think that’s an interesting point that you’ve made about fear. If our challenges aren’t fear inducing then perhaps we need to up the challenge. If we don’t grow from them then what is the point in the challenge itself? Thanks for stopping by, I hope you have a great day!
  
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At 2010.05.04 11:30, rob white said:

Hi Jarrod,
I love the way you tie scripture into the comfort zone. It is a great blend of ancient and modern wisdom. Indeed our comfort zone is a painful psychological barrier when it prevents us from experiencing our unlimited nature. The infinite power of creation is ours if we make a determined effort to use it, as evidenced by Peter.
Blessings,
rob

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- At 2010.05.07 11:29, Jarrod Clark said:
  
  Thanks Rob!
  
  I often find it helpful to tie scripture into the points. They give an added dimension and make the points even more deliverable!
  
  Thanks for stopping by!
  
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