**Risk.** It's a part of life, and it’s a big part of faith. Not every risk is worth taking, but if we are too overwhelmed by fear, we will miss out on opportunities for growth. Our dreams may stall, and we may find ourselves working hard to protect our *comfort* at all costs. If you want to go forward, you must be prepared to take some faith-based risks. After all, following Jesus was never intended to be safe!