My Purpose...

I really wish I could answer that question, but the truth of it is...I still do not know.  I am an assistant principal and love working with people.  One of my greatest qualities is that I love others.  I feel my personal strengths are giving and organizing.  I am hoping through this blog, I will be able to share some of these strengths with you!

I know that God has a divine plan for my life...if he didn't I think I would have made it to heaven a long time ago.  So, I must commit in giving all that I can to serve his purpose.  But, that is where I get really stuck!  What is his purpose for my life? 

"What does the Bible say about how to find purpose in life?"

The Bible shares the story of Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived.  In Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 he stated, "Here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil".  My main purpose in this life is to honor God and keep his commandments.  Literally the bible states I should fear God.  For today, I need to put my purpose, as simple as it may be stated, on display.  For, the action and intent are much more complicated.

I pray that you help us Heavenly father to find our purpose in this life.  Keep us safe and watch over us!  Amen

 

Trials...

I have faced many trials and obstacles in my life.  When I lay out my life for all to see, it is simply amazing that I am still standing today!  I do believe that I have grown stronger from every difficult situation I have encountered.  Nevertheless, I believe that any pain will forever leave you scarred.  Here is a little insight to some of my greatest trials. 

I would have to say the first among many of my great heartbreaks was losing my mother to suicide 13 years ago.  Four years after her death, I lost my only brother.  I don't have the greatest relationship with my father.  Mostly I am to blame.  I have always felt that he doesn't love me the way a father should.  So I built up a wall to protect myself from him.  If that isn't enough emotional drama...I have been through 10 surgeries to date and still recovering from what I consider the most painful operation I have ever had.  I know all of the surgeries have an impact on my health and physical well-being.

As I find encouragement for myself today, I hope to encourage you as well.  1 Peter 5:10 stated, "And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you".  This is what I am personally focusing on... Knowing that there will be a life for me without pain and without heartache.  A life where I will be restored!  I know that I have not been fulfilling God's purpose for my life and I plan to change that starting today.

Questions for Personal Reflection...
What has God called me to do?

Heavenly Father, I ask that you give us strength and encouragement to begin this Journey.  Only you can possibly know and understand the pain in our hearts and bodies Father.  I pray that you heal us  Heavenly Father! Amen

Launch Day

Launch Day!

I begin today a journey of transformation from the inside out!  My world seems so small most days and my focus is usually on work or my health problems.  I have started feeling that my life is simply - not fun!  I feel that there are a lot of women out there that are finding it difficult to enjoy each day God has blessed them with...I know I have been living that way!  I am deciding today to begin living a life full of bliss, care to join me?