When I was first selected for the race, I had a very distinct concept of what ministry was and what I believed I would be doing as a ministry worker. But, during this past month the World Race has turned my definition of ministry on it’s head. And God has met me every step of the way. Previously, whenever I served I came in with a task in mind. I was going to serve in the orphanage or the hospital…I was going to teach bible study or English…Generally, I, at least, knew the age group I would work with during that time…But when ministry is life, all of that changes.
To truly understand the change and transition, let me tell you a little about my normal life. I have always been a planner and lead a fairly scheduled life. My daily routine, included time with the Lord, but generally limited openings for His guiding during the day. (He guided me in the task, I already scheduled, but seldom, did I have an open day and allow the Lord, to schedule it for me.) Up to this point, I think it is accurate to say that I have walked with the Lord daily, but during this last month, I’ve learned that there is a deeper realm of trust and walking available…and, honestly, desired. (Note: This is about my life. I don’t know what God has for yours, but in this season this is true to mine.)
During this time, I expected to be posting pictures of kids in orphanages that I had held or talked to…People in hospitals that I had visited…even wells or trenches that I had dug…but during this month…that’s not what life has looked like. This past month, I have woken up everyday and simply asked, “What’s on the books for today Lord?” and He has consistently provided answers, some included walks on the beach, where I would meet a “random” person that He would give me a word for, others included, feeding the homeless, the responses have spread the gamut. But, every step of the way, he has used me in everyday life.
All of this background knowledge, is written to lead to this one significant point…During this time, I have truly learned what it means when it’s said, “Ministry is Life & Life is Ministry”. So…from this point on, the blogs that you see may not resemble anything else that you’ve seen or anything that you may have expected. I’m going to take this time and opportunity to share with you the ways God has shown up during this time, as we, The Lord and I, dive into a deeper levels of doing life together.
PRAYER REQUEST:
* Team Unity
* Increased Holy Spirit Sensitivity
* Obedience & Strength
* Funding (The only way that I can do what God has called me to do is through Your support in prayer and finance! Together we can impact and change the world!)
