Many years ago Kevin and I went backpacking in the Little Big Horns with some friends. As we were hiking a particularly steep mountain, Jason, a friend with far more experience, told us to take very small steps, or we’d be too tired to reach the summit. It worked, and we conquered that mountain and gained our reward…a glimpse of God’s glorious creation.
Those words have stayed with me even as the view has faded from memory.
Today my editor sent back my manuscript for the first round re-write. Every page is filled with colorful comments on how to improve it. It seems impossible and hopeless…I’ll never get all these edits read much less fixed.
As I stretch my head back and gaze at the monumental “hike” in front of me I am overwhelmed by the steep task. Only by taking small steps will I have the stamina to make it to the top.
Are you facing a seemingly hopeless goal? Do you think the end result seems impossible? You may not know what the next mile will look like, and it may take all the strength you have, but do it. Take that first step even if you have to do it on your tiptoes. Celebrate even the smallest victories and enjoy the view when you reach the summit.
