
In high school, other than the prom and the officers ball, I was not allowed to attend evening socials. There were a few occasions when I was given leniency but it was once in a blue moon. In college, the reins were loosened a teeny weeny bit but there were still restrictions. Heck, I had my first boyfriend at the age of 22 when I was already attending law school.
I practically lived my whole life in the comforts of our home, in a simple neighborhood and in a city considered as the most livable in the Philippines, with good friends, many of whom I've known since grade school.
The changes in my life have been very challenging, rewarding and at times, unsettling. But when faced with a seemingly unsurmountable challenge, I always think about Ruth, a Bible heroine, who made a big risk in her life when she took on a new country, new family, new religion, new life. She underwent a lot of stressful changes but the great risk brought with it great reward.
A part of me still holds on to my simple, safe, "comfortable" past but I am willing to face the changes in my life and the risks that go with it. Changes can be avenues of growth and as long as I am connected to Him, He will guide my path along the way.
My strength and my heart may fail but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.