“I am the Lord’s servant.” Luke 1:38
Dear Father,
I am learning that there is much more to this servant thing than I originally thought. I remember so many years ago at a youth Bible conference surrendering my life in service to You. I cringed at the thought of sitting in a jungle hut in the heart of Africa, but sincerely meant it when I said ‘yes’ to Your call. But now, much farther down Disciple Road, I see that my path is not taking me to the remote corners of the world. In fact this missionary road travels from my home to my job, my church, my community and back to my front door again. I am called to serve right where I am and that can be toughest place of all. You have asked a very difficult thing of me in these recent months. It requires all that I have and then some. I relate to the fictitious Indiana Jones in the Raiders of the Lost Ark, when he realized he was going to have to go through the thing he feared and dreaded most. After sizing up the situation he rolled over on his back and said “Why did it have to be snakes?” I feel the same way. Why did it have to be this particular thing – this trial? Couldn’t we just go to Africa? Those huts are looking mighty good right about now. But for now this is my missionary field and I am Yours. How can I respond any other way except yes? So please forgive this reluctant servant and empower me for Your glory. Help me roll up my sleeves, lace my boots, throw my hair back in a ponytail and get to work right where You have placed me. There is much to be done for the kingdom and no time for pity-parties and ship-jumpers Precious Lord, behold Your handmaid. Nothing is impossible with You. Oh Amen!
Love,
Penny
