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I was having a conversation with the Lord about a week or so ago, pouring out my heart in areas of my life where I didn’t feel what I was doing was valid. I began to run down my list of everything that I do. I shared with Him how so many others do it better, how could I ever be evaluated in these areas? But God is so gentle and so kind. He took my list, those fragmented parts of me looking for affirmation, and validated me. He reminded me that everything that He has called me to do, no matter how small or large the task, is valid. God knows and understands my heart — to bring Him glory in all that I do. Even though sometimes I get whiny and want to have a pity party, at least I can be honest and upfront with the Lord.
He knows I struggle to be still in His presence. But He validates the moments that I do give Him. Those often noisy moments filled with distractions. They are valid and they matter.
He understands that I can’t be all things to all people. But He validates the time and energy that I do give to others. It is valid and I am making a difference.
He knows that life as a wife, mom and full time worker can get overwhelming. But He validates the times I take just for myself, to rest or play with my friends. Those moments are important to my emotional well being. I am a better person when I allow myself some valid “me time”.
He understands that I have visions and dreams for this blog, for my writing. But He validates what I am currently doing. Those link ups that keep my blog going when the words don’t come, or when I don’t have the energy to put a post together, they are valid. And they are making a difference in the lives of women.
And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father. (Colossians 3:17)
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Thank you Barbie. I think we all need this reminder at times…that what we do, no matter big or small, matters to God. And It makes me realize that I need to look at the attitude with which I’m doing things.
I like Colossians 3:17 in The Message too…
“Let every detail in your lives—words, actions, whatever—be done in the name of the Master, Jesus, thanking God the Father every step of the way.”
Have a wonderful day!
Laura
Thank you my friend!
Barbie, I think you are amazing and inspiring. Your place here is beautiful and you are always allowing God to break you open new each day to share your heart. Thank you for your words today. I love that picture, too. Oh how he has plans for us and our words, we don’t even know. Let’s keep looking up, OK? In His Grace, with Love, Dawn
Dawn, thank you so much. It is my desire that this space would be used to encourage and inspire. I will continue to look up!
Barbie, what you do matters, indeed. When I need a word of encourage, I know that I can come here and find those words of comfort. You are such a gentle and kind woman, that I always feel like I am visiting with a friend. I think we all go through this at some point (some of us more than others
but He is always there to pat us in the back and keep us going. Big hug, my friend.
Angie @ Beauty of One
Thank you for encouraging my heart again. You are truly a treasure and I am so thankful to call you friend!
Because of who you are in Him, you are so very valid. Jesus died for you and He loves you. I love that we can always remember who we are in Christ and rest in that. You are very precious Barbie and I’m so glad to call you my friend.
Thank you Debbie!
super encouraging barbie. i haven’t felt good at anything lately and a lot like a failure on all fronts. thank you for sharing what God shared with you – it blesses my heart.
Oh Charis, I so get that. Know that you are loved and valued, and you don’t have to do anything to earn that.