As 2014 draws to a close, I have been reflecting on the lessons
I have learned this year. This year I began leading a small group, have visited
women in situations of exploitation, become more involved in my Sunday
fellowship, have been volunteering my time to help refugees living in my area,
made new friends, deepened friendships, continued studying Chinese, and
traveled to four different countries. I
have learned many lessons (big and small) through each of these
experiences. One overarching
principle/lessons has been evident in all of these areas: FAITHFULNESS.
2014 gave me a deeper understanding of His
faithfulness. He is faithful to fulfill
everything He promised us in Scripture.
He was faithful to provide financial resources in situations where there
seemed like no way out. I saw Him work
on people’s hearts and help them better understand their worth in His
eyes. I can’t even count the number of
times He provided me wisdom and guidance as I was facing a challenge. He faithfully pursued me and showed me the
depths of His love. He faithfully
forgave me when I fell short. He intervened
in difficult situations and has helped people reconcile.
He also, lovingly, showed me that I am human and I will make
mistakes. I am not called to be
perfect. I am called to be faithful to
do what He has asked me to do. Success
is not defined by the outcomes that I can see.
I need to remember that He is always working behind the scenes. He is ultimately in control so I do not need to
worry about all of the details outside of my control; He will take care of
that. I am responsible for showing up,
engaging the situation, asking for His guidance.
2014 was a great year.
Can’t wait to see what lessons I will learn in 2015 and how next year
will teach me more about His character.
