reckless abandon

I have been playing this phrase over and over in my head for the past few days after hearing it on a TV show. What does it mean? The actual definition for reckless abandon is "without care or regard for consequences." 

wow. 

Imagine what we could accomplish if we loved without care or regard for consequences. If we let go of our insecurities and the things that keep us from loving each other the way God loves us, how incredible would our relationships with others be?

Did someone or something just come to mind? This sure brought a lot to my mind.  

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,  looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God." Hebrews 12: 1-2

The Lord calls us to love others with reckless abandon. To not be afraid of the consequences. To not be afraid of what happens if we aren't loved back. To go into a high school of students knowing we may be ignored. To be bold with our friends. To call them out-lovingly- when he leads. 

But the truth is, we don't always follow his leading. We are fearful. Fearful of consequences. Fearful of putting ourselves out there with no security blanket. 

Friends, live with reckless abandon for the Lord. This is a challenge I give to myself, and to those of you who may be reading this. Don't be afraid of consequences. Fear is not from the Lord. Be confident in His direction, and run willingly where he leads.