Speaking of purpose. I have noticed a disturbing trend lately.
One
A counselor and fellow Christian at work asked me to speak at a ladies conference in October. This freaked me out, but she reassured me that people would be interested in my story of long-term singleness and eventual wedded bliss.
I informed her that people like me used to make me angry. "How come she can find someone and I can't." A real pity-party opportunity. But she said something about me "inspiring her". I figured that I owed God big-time for this wedded bliss thing, so I agreed.
Two
I was asked to "say a few words" at my friend's retirement party. She is my best work friend, so I agreed to tell a short story (along with several other people).
On the day of the party, with 5 minutes notice, I found out that I was to be the emcee of this shindig. And with about 60 guests in attendance, I did my first real public speaking. My nerves got me once, but otherwise it went fairly well. Also, my sweet husband had given me a couple of jokes to tell the night before. They definitely came in handy.
Three
A minister at church called me last week to ask me if I would be interviewed for a Wednesday night class later this month. He wants my insight on what it's like to be in the public school system.
I am really not sure about this thing that God seems to be doing. I have become fond of saying "I am not Rhesa Higgins." (She's a talented and popular ladies speaker at our church.)
However, I have learned that I should just go along for the ride and not resist. I usually end up in a way cool place when it's all over.
I hope God is planning to put some words in my mouth for the next two speaking engagements, because I really don't have a clue.
3 comments:
I can tell you from a first hand experience,that God's plan usually does not line up with our "life plan". But look around to see how He is working in the people around you. I never thought I would be going half way around the world to preach the gospel.
You can do this...this God plan! You have it in you...it may be buried deep, but it is in there. And, if it is not there yet, God will place it there just when you need it most.
I keep thinking about how interested you are in the Hollywood mission thing. I wonder if these speaking engagements is a way to practice talking about the things that are important to you, so God can use you in a mission project right here at home.
Just step out in faith and let God do the rest!
Love you!
Wow, that IS a lot of public speaking. But I'm sure you'll be fine. So many people wouldnt be clamoring for you to do it if you werent the right woman for the job!
Thanks so much for leaving a comment yesterday, I really appreciate it!
I would love to hear you speak ! Your heart is so good and pure and abundant and that's the source of the words.
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