There is a unique blend of excitement and uncertainty that comes with stepping into something new. I recently accepted a position at a local private school to teach 4th grade math and Bible, and to serve in whatever capacity I am needed. While I am honored and thrilled for this new chapter, I would be lying if I said there were not moments where the unknown felt overwhelming.

But in those moments, I am reminded of a deeper truth. When God calls us to something, He equips us for it. He does not just open doors. He walks through them with us.

"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men." - Colossians 3:23

This verse has anchored me. It is not just about teaching math or leading Bible lessons. It is about seeing every task, no matter how small, as sacred. When our work is done unto the Lord, it becomes worship. It carries eternal weight.

Even when the path feels unfamiliar, God's promises remain familiar and true. He reassures us:

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9

Stepping into new ground is not about having all the answers. It is about trusting the One who does. Like Abraham, who went out, not knowing where he was going (Hebrews 11:8), we are invited into a journey of faith that trusts God's provision more than our own preparation.

I am learning that obedience often comes before clarity. The call to teach and serve in this new space is not just a job. It is a calling. And God's callings are never without His presence or His power.

"Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it." - 1 Thessalonians 5:24

So if you find yourself on the edge of something new, whether a job, a ministry, a move, or a mission, do not shrink back. Lean in. He who called you is faithful. He will prepare you. He will sustain you.

New ground is not unfamiliar to the One who formed the earth. Walk forward with courage. God is already there.