Purpose In Mundane Tasks
I believe everything we do
big or small is for a
greater God-given purpose
We all live by the beat of time. A new day, but with the same mundane tasks ahead.
We think to ourselves – Is this really for a purpose? Filing out the same tax form, writing the same letter, checking off the tasks and moving on…
I believe everything we do big or small is for a greater God-given purpose. When you live intentionally and let God lead you – you will find that those mundane tasks prepare you for the divine appointment He has already ordained in your life.
Recently, I experienced that in my life. I was on a ministry trip when God led me to use skills that I had either recently been trained on or that I’ve been doing for years in my career.
The first God divine appointment was when our ministry leader needed first-aid assistance and I being recently trained through my work on First-Aid and CPR – the knowledge was fresh in my mind and without hesitation I became the impromptu nurse. I was able to bandage up the wound and focus on what needed to be done in that moment. God will always prepare and give us the strength to see through the divine appointments He has set before you. Even if you are not a calm-natured person during first-aid moments.
The second God divine appointment happened when the guest speaker without knowing me personally or my skills or career track asked if I could help with a tax form. The tax form I had filled out countless times in my field of work – again, without hesitation I guided the guest speaker on how to fill out this important document. She thanked me, I was glad to offer my assistance.
I’ve thought about those two divine moments in time that God led me to serve the needs of others and how He had already prepared me beforehand.
How many times throughout our day – do we pause and thank God for what he is preparing us for in that moment. That same letter we are mailing out, that form we are filling out for the hundredths time, that same excel spreadsheet we dislike filing out with data, the mundane tasks we have to check off, the countless hours of on-the-job training – they are all a small part of a bigger God-given purpose.
Work willing as if you were working for the Lord and not men…and you will see God’s hand in your life.
It may not be tomorrow or next month…but in time you will see how God prepared you for what is to come. Keep working faithfully and believing. Trust me, He does prepare and move us.
Stay hopeful always.
Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men
Colossians 3:23 ESV
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11 ESV
Como Da Vuelta El Mundo
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~ Alto ~
I have to make time to reflect on my recent trip to Mexico 🇲🇽 Our lives never quite pause between trips… …Time and space are the only differences We soak up all the memories in our mind… ….Emotions locked away until we have time Until… Stop! …Now
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~ Faith ~
“Faith is what takes us to places we’ve never been…” It’s our faith in God that moves us into the next season 🙏 As I read back through my mission trip experience as a teenager, I smile with joy. I am reminded that God is always making a way. I am a writer at heart, God created me this way. He created me with the skills and abilities to enjoy journaling through life.
And so, I continue… Moving the pen left to right on paper – an invitation. My prayer journal 🙏
An opportunity to spend time with God and share my thoughts with Him. To reflect and be grateful for everything in my life. To cry, to laugh, and most importantly, to give Him praise for His grace and mercy over my life. 🙏 ❤️
He has a purpose and a plan for each of us. Your story isn’t finished…
You are becoming ❤️ Have Faith
But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him”— 1 Corinthians 2:9
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~ The Truth ~
Sometimes we know it in our hearts … we stayed because everyone needs love. But months turned into years…. and your feelings became overwhelming. Yet, his answer was always the same.
“I don’t want a relationship with you”
He says…. Just a friendship….
You find yourself at a crosspath….to stay …to go…to let go…to hold on….You pray for wisdom and guidance…. It’s all the same to him. He’s made up his mind. You take what’s left ….. the memories and move on. Only God can restore what’s been done.
The truth is that God is enough for you. His love is enough. You are chosen by Him, called His child. You are wonderfully and fearfully made by Your heavenly Father. He will always pick you, over and over again.
~ Forgiven Ministry ~
A North Carolina faith-based nonprofit organization spreading God’s word and love with inmates and thier families. If you want to hear the stories of hope and forgiveness through the lens of those who have experienced incarceration or the impact of it – I would encourage you to read Hands Reaching, Hearts Touching A 30 Day Devotional written by the founder of @forgivenministryinc Scottie Barnes.
I had the opportunity to hear her story for the first time a couple weeks ago through my work’s 10 years of tithing event and I couldn’t hold back my tears. A powerful story of love, forgiveness, and God’s grace. If you would like a copy of her devotional please reach out to @forgivenministryinc
Never stop praying and forgiving those who have hurt you knowing or unknowingly 🙏 God is faithful always 🙏 🙌 Your story makes a difference! A Testimony to share God’s work in your life! Be blessed always 🙏 ❤️
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~ His Plans ~
He is our source ● We can rest in His promises over our lives ● Be anxious for nothing ● Pray for God’s guidance and will ● You have a purpose and a future ● Speak life ● Walk in faith
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~ A Leaf, A Love ~
I am surrounded Each plant a piece of my heart Rooted in deep love • Haiku Poetry •
Inspired by: Vincent Van Gogh “We are surrounded by poetry on all sides…”
I’ll always have space for a new plant 🪴😆 Loving on them makes me happy 😊 🪴🌿🪴🌿
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~ Be Thankful ~
We have become a GRUMBLING culture! Phones have made us so impatient! • We no longer have a cord holding you to the phone. You are free to walk around while on the phone. • Thank God for technology! • Wake up with a grateful heart Giving thanks to the Lord for your life. • Do ALL THINGS with a GRATEFUL heart • Don’t let bitterness take hold of your life Don’t let disappointments bring you down Don’t let expectations become an idol Don’t let complaining steal your joy Don’t let offense bring division •
Reflect today about what you are thankful for and write them down •
Pray and ask God to help you focus on His goodness over your LIFE, to be thankful for everything in your life 🙏
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~ Freedom of Fear ~
Overcoming the fear of driving Slowly driving on backroads to college Three attempts at passing the driving test Years before taking the Highways Stomach knots on bad weather days Tightly gripping the wheel Letting everyone pass me Every day was a challenge Until the day I was no longer afraid I drive with peace and freedom now.
Freedom through Christ only He can lead you to the other side of fear
Freedom!
For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” Isaiah 41:13 ESV
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