Beside Still Waters

On Our Way

written by Rusanne Jourdan

Here I am, Lord

Finally letting go; I can hold on no longer on my own I free fall into Your Arms of grace, Your Arms of strength Holding me tightly and securely, always protecting me

Taking off the mask and going deep Deep into Your Word Deep into Your Ways Deep into Your Teachings; letting the Holy Spirit have the lead

Letting go of what the world holds true And placing every fiber of my being in You

It is a process Be patient, beloved, you are on your way

Seeking and desiring the qualities God holds dear love, joy, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control

You and I together, my loving Father God We move and dance within the process of becoming the real and true me

The me God sees and knows and hears The me God created long before I was here The me who will be face to face with my Maker one day

Here I am, Lord Looking up to You And occasionally when I look down and away, I confess it and You gently take my face within Your loving Hands and turn me back

Back to You Back to Your Eyes Back to Your Love

Forgiveness was bought and paid for long ago He forgave We surrender

He gave His life for all This is true! I forgive myself I forgive others Walk this way girl! I see God smiling and dancing with you

He is always there – waiting and watching, only with love and care To take you step by step on an adventure of a lifetime

This adventure is different than any you may have been on It’s not the one you plan

But a plan that is crafted by Him alone Trust Seek And you will find a loving Father that has a divine plan A plan just for you!

Buckle up Hold on tight sister Coz our Daddy will take us where we never imagined in our wildest dreams

Regardless of the circumstances Regardless of the battles He holds our hand and our heart on the path we travel

As individual and unique as the snowflake, He created our lives The snowflake melts as it descends to the ground

But the One who ascended to the heavens, seated at the right Hand of His Father melts the heart of His daughters, as He molds her into who He has destined her to be.

Let go He has a plan He has a purpose for you and for me His ways are better, we begin to realize with each day lived with Him And for Him

Breathe and be still Listen to Him One step and one day at a time You are on your way with the Waymaker He who knows the way

Jeremiah 29:11-14 (MSG)

Rusanne currently serves as a school chaplain and is passionate about journaling, writing, speaking, studying and encouraging others to fulfill their God-given purpose. Her education includes a political science degree from Louisiana State University, a Certificate IV in Pastoral Care, and an Advanced Diploma in Christian Counseling. She has also served in leadership in the women’s and youth programs at Bible Study Fellowship.

Rusanne is the co-founder of Women World Leaders – Australia located on the Gold Coast, Queensland

Rusanne “Rusty” Jourdan Author ~ Speaker ~ Advocate ~ Chaplain australia@womenworldleaders.com