Called To Love

My husband and I have always believed that participating in sports would be beneficial to my children in order for them to learn teamwork, rules, etc. We were blessed to have some pretty awesome coaches cross path with our kids. One coach, in particular, left a lasting impression and life long lesson with me as he coached my middle son. My middle son was scrappy, quick and ...well... he just wanted to hit something. The coaches were allowed to remain on the field with the players to give direction, make adjustments, and call plays. I began to notice that he would at times grab the back of my son's jersey, move him from side to side and eventually point him in the direction and toward the person he wanted him to tackle. We laughed and joked about it because it started to make my son look like he was going to attack someone or something as soon as the coach let him go. Sure enough time after time, he would reach his mark and fulfill his purpose. It wasn't long before the coach co

I woke up this morning to a commercial about hotel advertising. It depicted two business people who were walking out of the hotel heading to a meeting and they were glowing. To the ones who were reviewing the commercial, it seemed like a real stretch to believe that because of a hotel stay you can actually "Glow" through your day. As I viewed this scenario through my spiritual lense, I wondered if we as "Children of God", "Keepers of the Light", and "Messengers of the Good News"... Glow? Do we show any evidence that we have been in the presence of God like Moses did after he had spoken with the Lord? "When Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the covenant law in his hands, he was not aware that his face was radiant because he had spoken with the Lord. Exodus 34:29 Our purpose is tied to Gods presence. What ways do you get into the presence of God? Do you take time to have personal quiet time devoted to Him? Do

"...Great are your purposes and mighty are your deeds. Your eyes are open to the ways of all mankind; you reward each person according to their conduct and as their deeds deserve." Jeremiah 32:19 Have you ever considered what would happen if someone who is called to be a dentist one day decides that he wants to become a cardiologist? If you were a heart patient, how confident would you be in his ability to successfully treat you? Not very confident at all! You would be uncomfortable with the fact that he is working outside of his calling.  Now consider that this same dentist was present and in place when you come into the dentist office with excruciating pain and discomfort. Would you hesitate in asking and trusting him to help you? No, not at all!! Your confidence lies in knowing that he is operating in his calling. When you operate in your calling you become a blessing to all those God sends your way. So, if you are called to be a dentist or doctor, operate in yo

Have you ever found yourself someplace where you felt tired and weary?, asking God over and over "Why Am I Still here?". It may be a job, with a group, or even an individual. I know I have. Lately, I have been paying closer attention to God's intentionality. I've noticed how certain people are strategically moved in out of my life and in and out of different situations. I have paid attention to what they either brought to the table or what they required from His table. What I have found out is that God strategically and intentionally places us where we can best fulfill His purpose. Although we sometimes want to high tail it out of Dodge, God does not always allow us to do so until His purpose for us being there is fulfilled. So, the next time you are ready to move on for whatever reason, be sure that you have checked with the Master to make sure your assignment is complete. Understand that we are all a part of God's master plan and are called accordi

I believe God speaks purposefully to me in dreams... whether it's guidance, direction, prophetic... I'm not always sure... so let me share a dream I had. I was traveling alone on a train, an El train to be exact... I did not know the destination... as we approached the end of the line, I was not at all familiar with where I was... but I kept going... I got off the train and made my way to this church... I didn't recognize it nor anyone there. A few people acknowledged me as if they knew me. Soon the presider took the podium and announce the names of several women who will be sharing the word with everyone, and to my surprise I was in that number... I was shocked, but not afraid... my only apprehension was lack of preparation and of course a scriptural reference... as if he read my thoughts, the presider in a joking manner said, "finally we will have the young lady who is looking for a scripture come forward..." as I got up from my seat, the Lord placed in my

  "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." Philippians 3:14 We are all called to a purpose in Christ. Before we were conceived God knew where our journey would take us. He knew the joys and pains we would have to endure. Each of us must endure the press that was mentioned in Philippians 3:14 in order to get to the prize. We have to go through some situations, deal with some people, and face some adversities...  Our assurance is that the "press" and "prize" are attached to his "purpose" for you.     So, when you find yourself going through one of those "All things"; hold on and press forward and know that not only is your prize waiting, but you are moving closer to His purpose for you. Romans 8:28 says; "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Be Blessed, G

When we think of the word "Stewardship" we often think of money and possessions. We are reminded how God has allowed us to have the things we have and how we are to take care and make the best use of them for God's glory. Have you ever considered that fact that we may have the same Stewardship requirements toward those people God has placed in our lives? Those who are Inwardly Broken suffering in private or whose pride, dignity or past leads them to keep their brokeness quiet. Our Seniors and elders who suffer in silence, deteriorate from loneliness and disappear from existence without anyone knowing their suffering. Those spiritual Pillars who are strong for others... champions for the cause, but are battling with relentless onslaughts of hurt and pain. There are so many categories of people that we must be so careful not to forget to care for. We all know someone... make the effort to care, reach out, listen and minister. One day it could be you in need of a good ste

1 John 4:4 ..."greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world" My kids schooled me on the symbol that represents "God is Greater than my Highs and Lows". As I have dug a little deeper into its meaning, I've realized that we must learn to size up our situations with our God... Health issues... God is the ultimate Healer Financial issues... God resources are unlimited Mental issues... God is a mind regulator Whatever the situation we face, we must search God's word and discover His track record that shows that He has already overcome it... So if you trust and believe that God's word is true you can be confident in knowing that your Greater is grounded in the Lord.

Have you ever pour ketchup from its container and not given it a shake... You get that very watery, nasty looking substance that no one wants on their food. Immediately you cap up the container and give it a rigorous shake until everything inside is stirred up, mixed up and balanced to the proper consistency. Now imagine a Christian who has been sitting around sedentary in studying the word, praying, and following their purpose. What comes out of them is a watered down version of what God has destined them to be. It's time to "Stir It Up! Stir up the purpose you were called for so that all that you do is aligned to God's will and purpose for you. Stir up your Oil so that your gifts and talents will honor and glorify God. Finally, Stir up God's spirit in your journey so that there is balance and His spirit is well blended in every aspect of your life. Then your "Stirred up" life will clearly reflect Christ at home, work, school, and everywhere your journey ta