The Word and the Whisper #2: Along with the Joy of New Beginnings (last post) comes the sometimes dreaded " Risk of New Beginnings. " We may know the verse, "For I know the thoughts (plans) that I think toward you, says the Lord. Thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope." (Jeremiah 29:11). This can stir us with hope as we look forward to some exciting days, but it can also generate fear because "I know MY plans, not yours." says God. Mr. Beaver