As I write my persuasive essay homework, I thought of the word, "grateful". The first people that came to mind, besides my Almighty Father, is my family. I thank God for them soooo much! Gosh! The thought of having to sacrifice our time away from each other while I study melts my heart. I have the best support system ever.
People ask me how I do it, but I have to say, it's all God's grace. Look, I'm not getting any younger and with all the responsibilities I have and finding ways to be able to manage my time is lifted up in prayer in all times. I wouldn't know how to handle it, unless I pray about it first. That's my first go to, in everything I do. God has shown me His faithfulness and He has blessed me with a great family who understands and cheers me on. However, I know that this journey is not about me, but to be able to help more people as I use my God-given talent. You see, I volunteer at my home church, Willow Creek Community Church's Care Center as a Case Worker. The more I go there, the more I want to be able to help full time. It's not about the money for me, but it's seeing that my ordinary life can be used to be a blessing to others. People think that we're just there to offer resources for those in need (although that is one of the purposes we're there), but honestly, I leave that place even more blessed than those who received some help because meeting different people of all walks of life, carrying heavy loads (emotionally); it makes me realize that my own load is nothing compared to these people who sometimes just want to be heard. My goal is not for me, but for others to no longer feel alone. I want to be able to pray for them and so much so to walk alongside, if given the opportunity.
I find myself, learning to be grateful each day because of the opportunities God gives me. Whether it's a heavy burden that I will have to carry for awhile and/or it's something I have to lift up in prayer about, I feel honored and grateful to be used by my Creator.
Being grateful in everything shifts your thoughts from worry to trust in God. Even when it's hard to find the reason to thank God, I can assure you that it will feel a lot better to let go and let God do what He knows best... what's best for you and everyone. You may not understand the answer to your "Why's" in this side of heaven, but the God who loves you more than you will ever know has planned a good future for you and your loved ones.
Start small and do it daily... you'll see what I'm talking about. I lift you up in prayer, my dear friends, that you will experience God's supernatural grace in the hardest area of your life.
Blessings!!!
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