I just read Mark Batterson post where he quotes Andy Stanley.
Andy Stanley shared some priceless thoughts on certainty in his session at Catalyst West. He said, “The more leadership you assume the less certainty and more complexity you’ll experience.” Andy just says it like it is: “I will always be uncertain. I am certain of it.
Man, that was a really helpful thought. These past few months have been complex and filled with uncertainty in my life. This is abnormal for me and I can say its been a unique struggle trying to discern some key decision for my life. I’m certain about my passion for HELP, I’m sure about my passion for the local church, and I’m sure about my passion for orphans. But, I’ve been unsure about my location in-which to engage these issues.
Necole and I have thought about staying put in Austin, or relocating to Socal, Seattle or Raleigh. We’ve struggled to understand what is best for her business, our kids and HELP’s future.
I say that to say this, if you’re struggling to hear God’s voice, if you’re struggling to know God’s will, you are not alone and you don’t have to assume something is wrong. I truly think the struggle is apart of the journey to know God and learn to trust even in the midst of silence.
Chris, are you hearing anything or do you feel this is a period waiting and silence?