Why was I born? How can I fulfill my calling and at the end of my life, have assurance I will hear, “Well done, my good and faithful servant!!”?
If you’ve taken the time to meditate at some point and ask that question, I can tell you from experience, if you are willing to listen with all your heart, all your mind and all your soul, you WILL get your answer.
You will hear it; you will dream it; you will feel it; and ultimately, you will live it!
We Are Meant to Be Different
We all know that no one story is the same. It’s really a beautiful thing to understand, and it’s also a beautiful reality that we can be different, and we are created to be different from one another.
It has taken me so much time to not only understand, but to really appreciate this amazing truth, which in turn, allows me to be thankful for my own authenticity – something I strive to pass on to you.
Knowing Yourself
I am (most of the time) an extravert. My husband is (most of the time) an introvert. We are true opposites. For that very reason, I believe God made David for me and me for David.
Finding your “own” purpose—and I put quotations around the word own for an important reason—entails so much personal reflection.
Understanding who YOU are, not who others might want you to be, or who others think you should be is vital.
The Challenge of Social Media
Today, especially with social media, it’s almost impossible to purposely focus on ourselves. Social media is wonderful, it allows us to connect with others, to keep up with family we don’t see often, and I love the ability to share my experiences and photos with friends.
However, my reality is a reality of potential envy if I allow myself to go there.
Spiritually, I always try to stay on guard (for lack of a better word), remembering:
“The enemy is always prowling around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.”
(1 Peter 5:8-10)
Who Are You Living For?
Ultimately, God made you for His purpose, not for you or for anyone else for that matter.
Who are you in Christ? What is God’s purpose for you?
Think of that magical day you will stand at the throne of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
There is no doubt that day will come. It is inevitable. We will all take our last breath and immediately be in glory with Jesus or at the gates of hell, eternally separated from God.
Your Eternal Choice
Those words are not easy for me to say or to type. It is a harsh reality for some. So, first things first!
Have you accepted Jesus Christ into your heart to be your one true Lord and Savior?
That’s exactly what He becomes when your heart transitions from worldly desires to spiritual desires, and this transition can only happen when you sincerely give your life to Him.
If you question this, repeat after me:
“John 3:16 – For God so loved the world, that He gave his only begotten son that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Father God, please forgive me for my sins, they are heavy, please allow your spirit to live within me through Christ Jesus your Son, Amen.
And yes, it is that easy to become an inheritor of His saving grace and live your afterlife in Heaven, in Paradise (Luke 23:43).
You Are Here on Purpose
Understand, your purpose for being is the reason this blog exists. If you are reading, you are not reading by mistake, you are reading because God has ordained your beautiful eyes to be set here for such a time as this (Esther 4:14).
Just as God called Esther to greatness, He calls you to an amazing greatness as well.
My hope and my prayer are that you will be one of the few who take the narrow path, the righteous path—not the wide path, the path of destruction (Psalm 1:6).
What’s Coming Next
…my next post will delve into my own personal story.
Along the way, I am going to give you so much hope for your story, because mine is a story of ups, downs, twists, and turns.
However, something I am one hundred percent sure of (because God’s word says it in Romans 8:28), is that every single one of those ups, downs, twists, and turns has and will continue to work for the good of my life and His purpose (Jeremiah 29:11).
Enjoy the additional encouragement in song. Click the link to hear the song pertaining to this week’s message of hope: Angel by the Wings by Sia
I am so proud of you.
Hey Joanie girl! Thank you so much for your support! I hope and pray you receive many blessings from each post!! Love you! ~Jen
Jenny, loved the encouraging words of this message and we look forward to learning more of your life lessons in upcoming blogs!
POPPY! I am so thankful for you!! Always know you and mama instilled EVERYTHING good that is in me :)! I can’t wait to have you along side me throughout this journey of faith! Love you always and forever!! Love, Jen
I love you Jenny and I have for so many years. I think of you all the time and how much you must miss your mama. I too miss her so much and also her words of wisdom and encouragement. I know she would be so very proud of your strength and your walk with Jesus. Thank you for stepping out and continuing to spread the love of Jesus.
Ms. Cheri, Cilby :)!!!!! I’ll never forgot you and mama having those nicknames for each other!! You had an amazing friendship and I know you miss her like crazy, just as I do! Psalm 91:11, our amazing Heavenly Father will send His precious Angels to look after us and protect us at all times. I know mama is an angel. She took on that roll, I’m sure, once she settled into her new beautiful home in Heaven with Jesus and so many who have also gone before us! I thank you for your support, Ms. Cher! I hope and pray this journey will bless you so much!! Love always, Jen
Thank you, Jenny for this encouragement. I signed up and can’t wait to receive these encouraging emails! I know you have one precious angel in Heaven watching over you and speaking through your heart in this blog. She was your Mama and “Cece” to the rest of us who loved her as our own! She laid a great foundation for you and I’m excited for this journey of yours!
Oh sweet Joy!! Your kind and supportive words make my heart so happy, especially the ones about mama! She is certainly a major part of this journey! I hope you receive so much encouragement through each and every post! As you read the blogs, you will feel CeCe, and her funny and witty communication style. I write like I talk, and so did she :)!!! Thank you for your support again!! Love, Jen
I am so proud of you Jen! I know your Mama is bursting with pride. Miss her so much. It is a joy to be a part of this step you are taking . Thank you for including me. I look forward to seeing where this takes you and all of us as we go forward together. Love you sweet girl…
Thank you Ms. Chris 😘!!! Your support and encouragement means the world to me and mama’s spirit sure does live on through my stories and testimony of God amazing grace 💜!!!! I look forward to having you along side me throughout this journey!! Love, Jen
Love this so much and so so proud of you Jenny!! Thankful for all God has done in you and so glad you are sharing from the overflow!!
Thank you, Nancy 💞!!! I pray this blesses you as you hang in there with me along this journey! I’m so thankful for your influence, we had some super amazing times together, in experiencing God’s amazing grace and love! Happy to have you with me honey! Love, Jen
You are a true inspiration Jenny!!! Spread the news sista, this world needs it and more people like YOU!! Love you!! ((Hits subscribe))
My SISTER GIRL 💞!!! I’m so happy to have you by my side in this journey!! You’ll love and really get a kick out of some of the family reminiscing content 🥰!! I love you honey and thank you so much for your encouragement and support! Love, Jen
Jenny I love this! So glad to connect with you on a Christian walk! “It takes a village” is so true when talking about holding each other accountable and making sure we all stay on the right paths in life, especially when times are challenging. Love it! 😊
Mandy! Absolutely! And amen sister! I’m so happy to have you here to enjoy the journey with me! One of the main points I wanted to make within the initial information is that life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and as God’s word says, we have to praise Him in the good, the bad and the ugly times, and have faith He will ALWAYS turn our ashes into beauty :)!! Again, thanks for coming along side me! I pray you are blessed with each message! Love, Jen
Jen! You have always been a ball of joy! Watching you grow up into this faithful woman has been inspiring! I absolutely love your heart, and your desire to help others in need with your positive spirit❤️. I admire your courage, dedication and willingness to be your true self…a quality of yours that I LOVE! Wishing you so many blessings on this journey🙏🏼. I love you SO much!
I love you, Hol ❤️!!! Thank you for the sweetest and most encouraging words! They mean the world to me! All for God and His glory 🙏🏼!!! And, thankful to have had you on this journey with me, and continue to have you along side me moving forward! Love, Jen
I rejoice with you!!! God is using you and you are stepping out in Faith!!! He will secure your every step and will work through you. His has been doing much growth in me. I am learning so much during this season and truly wanting to lay it all down and trust Him wholly! I love Roman’s 8:28. My pain will NOT be wasted. He will use it for good. I declare this is a year for revelation and healing! In Jesus name. Love what you are doing!