YOU Matter!

Praise God! Another new week to see His mercies, favor, and power displayed in and through YOU!

Whatever your environment or your circumstances, you are positioned for a special purpose. In fact, your very existence has a special purpose.

Some of you may recall that when I was 18, I discovered a family secret: As a baby, I had an deadly, incurable infantile disease. The doctors projected that I would die before I was 18 months.

As you can see, I was cured and I’m not dead!

The only way to explain the disappearance of the disease, even by most doctors, was — it was a miracle!

The threat of death has a way of putting things into perspective. Even as a late teen, consumed by college courses and partying, I was struck that day with the realization that I was spared for a reason.

My life had purpose! I was alive for a reason!

I’d like to say that that revelation catapulted me into my divine purpose, but it wasn’t long before I forgot all about purpose.

Little did I know that NOT considering and discovering what my purpose was would cause a lot of turmoil, ineffectiveness, and frustration in my life.

That does not mean that God had not been leading and steering me in my purpose anyway… He does that! However, we get to participate!

The current of the river will take a boat wherever it will, but a person skilled with a sail can effectively use the mighty wind to stay on course.

One of the most fruitful leaders in our history was the apostle Paul. I believe one reason is seen in Colossians 1:1

(The Message)

“I, Paul, have been sent on special assignment by Christ as part of God’s master plan.”

Paul knew he had a special assignment by Christ. He knew he was part of God’s master plan.

Do you know that YOU are a part of God’s master plan? Do you know what that part is? Are you aware of YOUR assignment?

If you are experiencing frustration in your life, maybe not having clarity contributes.

In considering this with the Lord, remember, His plans and purposes for you are always good. He says so.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to PROSPER YOU AND NOT TO HARM YOU, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jer 29:11

Believe this very familiar, oft-quoted verse and then seek God. Ask Him to teach you, to begin the discovery process. I’d love to hear what He says!!

Always in YOUR corner,

Maryann

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