I’m Passionate, Not Perfect

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Sitting in the hairdressers chair this morning it became even more apparent, though it didn’t have anything to do with getting my hair done. No, it had more to do with the conversation taking place. My hairdresser, a friend of mine, is also in ministry, she sings in a gospel quartet, next to her in the other hairdressers chair sat a pastor’s wife who has spent much time in ministry, and is a freelance writer herself. The three of us were in deep conversation about the what we do. How ministry “jobs” come along, speaking opportunities, invites to sing, and opportunities to write, how there are peaks and valleys, ebbs and flows, but how much we enjoy what we do.

As I sat there and poured out my story to the pastor’s wife, who wasn’t aware of what I have been doing for the past 2.5 years I felt it, that sense of “knowing” once again that THIS is my calling. This is my passion. Yesterday, I read this quote on a fellow blogger’s blog and it struck me deeply, Thanks Holley –

“It seems God values passion more than our idea of perfection. That doesn’t mean following our feelings but rather pursuing Him relentlessly and refusing to become passive.”

How wonderful it is that God is more concerned about my passion, and passion I have!  I’m also proud to continue pursing Him and doing whatever it takes.

God is Cooking Up Something

I have been MIA  I know.  But the truth is, I’ve been busy.  Super busy.  Today was the annual Women’s Conference at my church. It was fabulous. The theme was “Cooking Up Joy”.  The truth is God is cooking up something in my life, and it is producing a great deal of joy for me, but I’m really still not sure what he is up to.  I am expecting him to work and move and I am excited about what he has in store.

This week already had some exciting happenings, including on Tuesday that I had my Christian Charm School materials printed here locally and I have already sold a few copies.

Second, on Wednesday I was invited to a conference in San Antonio, TX in October that I am super excited about going to. It is a miracle in itself that I am going and I know God has big opportunities and connections to make in store there.

I have also booked 3 speaking engagements this week.  More details to on those will come soon.

Though, I am not sure what’s next I am anticipating something great.

I’m Speaking at God’s Girls Online Conference

The power of the Internet allows us to do amazing things these days.  More and more I am getting excited about the ways that it allows me to be involved in ministry that I would never have been able to do without it.   This includes the ability to speak to women and girls all over the country from the comfort of my living room using my computer.

I have recently spoken at two online conferences, A Woman Inspired and The Ultimate Homeschool Expo.  The creators of A Woman Inspired have now created a teen version for girls called God’s Girls Online Conference which is absolutely FREE for the girls to attend.  All they need is their computer and some speakers to listen in. 

I’ll be speaking on the topic of prayer journaling.  The conference will be Friday, August 21st in the evening and Saturday, August 22nd. I don’t know my exact speaking time yet, will let you know as soon as I hear!  I hope you will share this with the teen girls in your life and encourage them to attend.

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