I have not written a blog in a long time. It has been nearly a month and a half since I wrote my last piece. The first two months I was posting nearly every week. But here, I have not taken the time to process things. I have not taken the time to share what has been going on in my life recently.
My time in Botswana has ended. I have moved on to South Africa. But my time spent in Botswana was absolutely incredible! God did so many amazing things during my time here. There is no reason why I should not have been sharing.
I think what I was waiting for was for God to do something really incredible. I was waiting for God to do something that really stuck out, for Him to do something different from the past. I have heard about people healing others, people using the word of God to bring true change to other people’s lives. But me, I have not done anything nearly as exciting. I have not restored sight to someone’s eyes, not made anyone get up and walk. I have not even had anyone come to Christ. But what I did not experience does not matter. God had a plan for my life these past two months, and that is what is truly important to me.
Every single thing God does in my life is significant. Every single thing He does is worth noting. Every single thing God does is incredible!
But the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouraging, and comfort. Anyone who speaks in a tongue edifies themselves, but the one who prophesies edifies the church. (1 Corinthians 14:3-4)
I have nothing to prophesy, nor do I have the ability to speak in tongues. But God has shown me things these past two months, God has worked within my team and I, and that is something to share. Sharing the things God has done, I believe, can help inspire others to pursue a deeper relationship with Him.
God has worked so much within me the past two months. He has transformed me, broken me down, and rebuilt me. He has had me confront things of my past, things that could grow to be uncomfortable. He has strengthened my relationship with Him so much; I am learning to place my dependence in Him.
I have learned the importance of being vulnerable with others. Being vulnerable with those that are part of Christ’s body can only be healthy. Christ surrounds us with people to uphold us, to empower us. So opening up to them, letting them know who you really are as a person, not only strengthens your relationship with them, but it strengthens your relationship with God. It did with me at least. I have also learned about the importance of endurance. The endurance to push on in ministry each and every day. Our ministry switch is always supposed to be on, and sometimes that can be difficult. But to truly spread God’s kingdom, we have to always be ready. We have to be willing to go out, even when we are tired, to spread God’s message.
God is amazing, and His works, all of His works, need to be shared. I am sorry I have not been posting at all lately. The next few days, I will be posting lots of blogs. Keep a look out for them. I had a spectacular time this past month, and I am excited for you all to get a look into that!
