I so relate to the young zeal of serving in ministry. But wow, a church plant and going into full-time ministry at such a young age. I’m encouraged by your letter, knowing that these last ten years have been formative to you and your dependence on Christ. Beautiful ❤️
Enjoyed reading this. If I could have told my younger self anything, it would have boiled down to, "you have no idea how hard it will be. And you'd be scared if you knew. But you'll be a different person by then."
Thanks for thanking me for recommending you and your publication. I went to Bible college too. As a gullible 18 year old I thought if a guy paid attention to me then that meant he liked me. Ouch.
hehe let’s keep writing and inspiring one another! I know that in reality you are so far away (on the other side of the world) but I love that our words allow us to walk together at least part of our journey 🧡
I am so grateful for this letter. In a time of transition as a young lady, I’m finding myself trying to balance my expectations and excitement. Thank you for sharing how God worked in your life and I’m thrilled to see how he works in mine!
Hello, thanks for reading my journey! “Balancing expectations and excitement” is a great way to word my transition from my 20’s-30’s. In what ways has God been working lately?
It’s a little bit of everything! I believe he’s opening a door with my next job and at the same time, He’s been guiding me through my Master’s work and helping me thrive in my classes. Overall, He’s just really taught me that I can trust Him through everything. I didn’t think that I still would be single at 23 years old and for a while, I was kinda frustrated with God because I feel like He was making a mistake. Now that I look at it, I realize that He’s helping me learn to trust in Him.
Have you considered turning this into a book? (I just found you on here, so my apologies if this is an excerpt of a book or soon to be book, and I’ve missed that detail.)
I am so grateful for your words of wisdom, dear Heidi. They are so timely for me as a young lady in a season of transition. 🙏🏾
Thanking God these words could bless you in a time of transition! ☺️ Thanks for reading and leaving a comment, I really appreciate it.
Every word is so powerful.
I so relate to the young zeal of serving in ministry. But wow, a church plant and going into full-time ministry at such a young age. I’m encouraged by your letter, knowing that these last ten years have been formative to you and your dependence on Christ. Beautiful ❤️
Thanks for reading, Kathy! Glad my learnings can be an encouragement. ☺️
Enjoyed reading this. If I could have told my younger self anything, it would have boiled down to, "you have no idea how hard it will be. And you'd be scared if you knew. But you'll be a different person by then."
Thanks for stopping by, Gavin! Your advice to your younger self is definitely something that resonates with me as well.
Thanks for thanking me for recommending you and your publication. I went to Bible college too. As a gullible 18 year old I thought if a guy paid attention to me then that meant he liked me. Ouch.
Hats off and real deep respect for anyone pastoring a church. Such deep sacrifice and love is required, the cost is great. And so is the reward :)
There is such a strength and encouragement in your words. Thank you sister for sharing so generously 🧡
Thank you, Anna! Your recent words and perseverance in your current season have inspired me too. ☺️
hehe let’s keep writing and inspiring one another! I know that in reality you are so far away (on the other side of the world) but I love that our words allow us to walk together at least part of our journey 🧡
I am so grateful for this letter. In a time of transition as a young lady, I’m finding myself trying to balance my expectations and excitement. Thank you for sharing how God worked in your life and I’m thrilled to see how he works in mine!
Hello, thanks for reading my journey! “Balancing expectations and excitement” is a great way to word my transition from my 20’s-30’s. In what ways has God been working lately?
It’s a little bit of everything! I believe he’s opening a door with my next job and at the same time, He’s been guiding me through my Master’s work and helping me thrive in my classes. Overall, He’s just really taught me that I can trust Him through everything. I didn’t think that I still would be single at 23 years old and for a while, I was kinda frustrated with God because I feel like He was making a mistake. Now that I look at it, I realize that He’s helping me learn to trust in Him.
Have you considered turning this into a book? (I just found you on here, so my apologies if this is an excerpt of a book or soon to be book, and I’ve missed that detail.)
You know what, I haven’t, but that’s a fantastic idea!
Thanks for sharing all the ways you’re seeing God at work - whether through his provision or having to trust in Him! ☺️
Powerful words and experiences of God, Lynn! Thank you for stopping by to read this piece and sharing your own reflections of God’s hand in your life.