This morning I awoke to an icy, snow-covered world. A bitter wind was howling but inside it was cozy and warm. I was glad I had decided the night before to have a sleep-over at Mom's. At 8:30 I peeked into Mom's room to see if she was awake. I tiptoed over to the bed, gentle shook her and kissed her on the cheek. Not every morning I get to wake Mom!
A short time later Ann, Mom and I sat down to breakfast. Poached eggs, toast, grapefruit and cereal. Slightly different than my usual cold bowl of cereal, eaten in solitude in my still-warm bed.
It didn't feel like Sunday. Mom's church was cancelled and Ann decided to stay home with her. My church, on the other hand, cancelled 1st service but we still had 2 others, which made me very happy. I love going to church!
When I arrived there was only a handful of cars. I thought, This is going to be small. I crawled out of my car, braving the cold wind and icy walks. Upon entering the church the atmosphere was warm and friendly, feeling much like family. When I entered the sanctuary it was nearly empty. The usher asked me where I'd like to sit. One couple was already seated and he jokingly said that since that side looked full maybe I should sit on the other. In spite of the lack on our part, the worship team was there in full force. I knew it was going to be good! I was pretty sure I wouldn't be sorry I came.
An hour later I left with a full heart and tears on my face. God was there, no matter the people. (And when I turned around after church I was surprised to see it was very nearly full! Some had come as far away as Kingman and Buhler!)
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And now I am switching gears...
Sometimes my life feels pretty ordinary. It doesn't feel like much "exciting" is happening. My job is hum-drum. I wonder if I'm even important.
God uses the simple things in our life to train us for the extra-ordinary. Did you know that whatever you are doing right now is training for the purpose God has for you? Ask him. He might answer. It might scare you. But... He never puts us in a battle He hasn't equipped us to win.
God has one purpose but many plans. There are many ways he uses to get us to that purpose. It may depend on your attitude. Oh, if that's how you think, then we'll go this way... But in it all He is preparing us to be the best one suited for that position.
Don't despair. Don't give up. He loves you much more than you know!!
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