Hebrews 11:6 "And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him."
I was going to write tonight's blog about something that challenged me today. I was almost finished when I got a phone call that changed my direction, and I am so grateful. This morning, I had a conversation that confused me and made me feel like my faith is sorely lacking, which honestly it probably is. Tonight, however, I was blessed by a call from my sister-in-law. She wanted to tell me about a talk she gave at her school's Kairos retreat. Her topic was "Jesus My Friend". She did not have much time to prepare for her talk, but God took over and she spoke from her heart. She shared with the students that Jesus has always been in her life, that she was raised to trust in Him, and how that trust and His love, mercy, and care have gotten her though some extremely painful times. She shared that He has been there in the times of sorrow as well as joy. She spoke from her heart, and I wish I could have been there to witness the powerful affect her testimony had on the participants. As she told me of the evening's events, my heart swelled and my spirit soared. Even my husband, who was in the room listening, was moved by her story. She had experienced this same retreat as a senior in high school and was having her full circle moment. Beautiful.
Her journey teaching about God's love and mercy, and how having a relationship with Him is the most important thing they can do, is so amazing. A short time ago, she had no idea where God was leading her, and now she is has her "dream job" sharing the love of Jesus with teenagers at a fragile stage of life during a difficult time in our world. To God be the glory!
At the end of our conversation, she once again thanked me for writing Blooms. She has done this so many times, and it blesses me deep down and humbles me. My husband, with tears in his eyes, said to me that Blooms blessed her on her journey, and she is now blessing countless others on theirs. To think that what is written here has impacted even one person is just overwhelmingly profound to me, for it is all done in honor of my Savior. So I began the day feeling dejected, and ended it feeling elated and blessed. Thank You Jesus. You are my way, my truth =, and my life.
3 comments:
I believe that we don't understand the impact we have on others, be it everyday things or writing a blog. So along with your Sis, let me confirm that you are a blessing. At times, ok most if the time, it feels as though you are directing your blog at me, and rightfully so.
You, friend, have enriched my walk with Jesus. You have encouraged and challenged me and I thank you.
I believe that we don't understand the impact we have on others, be it everyday things or writing a blog. So along with your Sis, let me confirm that you are a blessing. At times, ok most of the time, it feels as though you are directing your blog at me, and rightfully so.
You, friend, have enriched my walk with Jesus. You have encouraged and challenged me and I thank you.
WOW! I'm so humbled - I made the blog =) I'm sitting here at my desk crying. I'm so glad I called you last night. Again GOD'S PERFECT TIMING. His friendship leads and guides to all those around us.
I got a text this morning from the teacher in charge of the retreat thanking me again for setting the tone for the students for the evening. He said it was profound and I felt that full circle once again!!
Love you both and again THANK YOU FOR BLOOMS!!!
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