“Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.” 2 Corinthians 3:4-5
2 Corinthians 3:4-5
My sweaty, white-knuckled small hands gripped the pew. Others advanced down the aisles to the altar. What was this tug in my heart? Peer pressure? God? Or was it because my grandpa scared the hell out of me? Fire and brimstone! I was only 8! Yet, the burning in my heart intensified as I grew older. Religion reformed–to a relationship.
I’m nothing without Christ. I’ve tried it.
Religion, rituals, and rules–history and learning fascinate me. I’ll boast of relationships. No matter your belief, my relationship with Christ requires me to LOVE HIM AND YOU.
Doctrines might deter detrimental decisions and dissect discernment. The heart makes us human. Both can break. Oh, we will all fall. I’ve tapped into a power that is made perfect in weakness. As Craig Groeschel shared, it’s bigger than your worst mistake, depression, the number on a scale, your scars, career, the divorce, and the diagnosis that keeps you awake. Ah, confidence!
When that bill comes, you decide between treatment or a trip. When you wake up and think, “What will I do for ME or what can I do for others?” Don’t get me wrong. We ALL Need self-care. But in a world filled with “self-care,” we have high rates of anxiety and depression. Do we love ourselves TOO much? God, it isn’t about ME. It would be easy to hide from humanity and use technology to tackle temperaments and scroll with scrutiny. How good would that be for ME? What’s good for YOU, God?
Disease, decisions, and daily life. To what do you cling when the things that give worldly confidence crumble? Without HIM, I’m nothing. Do you know you’re everything to HIM? You only have to ask and believe.
HIS confidence gave me the courage to visit nearby bookstores and to dream of an RV (even hook one up!). He placed amazing people (hello Dewey and the crew) in my path who shared their incredible stories and took detrimental detours in decisions to find complete confidence in our Creator.
Complete confidence in the face of crisis, cruelty, crabby, cranky, crazy, cruel-even the credible, creative, crafty, crowded…
and cancer. Confidence in Christ–you can count on it!
Musical Monday & Memories
Last night I attended a concert celebrating the Hosea Bilyeu family. Hosea and his family have impacted the 417-land in faithful ways! His wife’s family began The Baldknobber’s variety show in Branson. I reckon I was one of few younguns compared to the 1,000 in attendance. I thought of how music, many genres, speaks to my heart. My spirit felt age 8. My heart and mind could see my folks singing; mom at the piano, Dad belting a tune, and us kids singing along. Then, I sank into memories of my kids, music, and memories. Soul comfort was delivered. Through all of life’s circumstances, one thing remains constant without change–Christ. Confidence. It’s all Christ.
With music in mind (and the fact it’s a Monday, and I love alliteration) here’s a Music Monday piece in dedication to Pastor Pete’s daughter-in-law & family and Tania Fultz.
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.”
Jeremiah 17:7
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Beautiful. 🙌❤️
Thank you, sweet friend. ♥️🙏🏻❤️
How good it is to hear you sing, Karla. This is true in part because you sing well, and more because I have come realize that music is enormously vital to you. You find joy in singing. Sing away!
Sometimes we walk our way toward recovery, and sometimes we crawl. Sometimes we sing our way toward recovery, and sometimes we dance with the singing. I suspect you also do that dancing thing a bit.
That you are singing, makes my heart sing. Keep it going, songbird!
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Tim.
Tim and Rascal, I’ve missed you two. I hope you’re doing well~ were your 4 ears burning? I will be emailing! Imagine me being behind on that? Tee hee
Your words are so wise and kind, dear friend.
Thank you for your unwavering support and encouragement to keep 🎶 singing. There were times I couldn’t. Now, I can’t stop. There are times I probably should stop!
Even more, God places music all around me. Right now I hear all the insects outside of my home making incredible melodies to the setting sun. It’s just incredible, Tim.
It’s more crowded around here than where you live, but they’re singing loud enough to drown out the man made noises!
Please give Rascal belly rubs! Good boy, Rascal. Good man, Tim! Tee hee.
Many blessings, dear friend 🙏🏻🙏🏻🐾🎶
what a beautiful, beautiful song and beautifully sung; I just read the lyrics_ so poetic: I’ve bookmarked so I can read it a few more times — so inspirational; thanks Karla 🙂
That’s so thoughtful and kind, John. Thank you, my friend. You understand it,🙏🏻🙏🏻
I sure do; it’s one of those rare songs that work just as well as poetry —
Yes! 🥰
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Well sang Karla, He is ever a part of us in all we do. It took me a while to find that but like any gift we have to appreciate it first and then share its beauty. And you share it well my friend.
A thought came to me…like your singing…we dare to step into that gift of love that is us. Fine tune it, share it, become it…and let our understanding of that be what we give. Until eventually we understand what in fact creates it…and become it. He gives us a beautiful lesson down here until we do…then we are ready to join Him ‘up there’.
As you always do kind lady, share that beauty you have found in daring His love. Thank you for a delightful share, and the lesson in listening to your heart sing. Big hugs to you, Finn, and of course, that gift of love that is you 🤗❤️🙏
Thank you, Mark. This~…”we dare step into that gift of love that is us…fine tune it, share it, become it…let that be what we give.” There are many, I believe, that don’t have confidence to share their gift ~no matter what it is. I understand. I was that way in situations. These recordings started only as a way to “preserve” my voice for my family. I often think of my grandparents voices. And when my parents speak, I’m really listening to their tones~ not just what they say. I want to keep that in my heart and head. Much like I hear the voice of my Heavenly Papa, I try to imagine what it would sound like. Mostly, it’s gentle~ like songs. And it can be a bit more booming when I’m hard headed. Most times, it’s a constant sound in my ear because of how deliberate and 24/7 I’m following and listening. But there are still those days…
It will be an easy transition in music from here to there ~ I imagine only a beat difference when I walk on air.
Finn and I send our hearts and hugs across the big ocean to you too! I haven’t checked your weather in a while, my friend. I’m glad you’re here and hanging in faith with us,🎶🎶♥️🙏🏻
You…hard headed…never kind lady. The empathy and compassion have been built delightfully, even if and because of, facing many difficulties. And because of that it sings with great emotion Karla. You have touched His love because of that, and share it with us. And yes, you are allowed to have ‘your days’, I defy anyone to be cool 24/7, especially facing so much as you do 🤗🤣
And I have no doubt because of that gift, you ‘hear’ others. Can feel their ups and downs and give many a hug, a tune, or just the gift of your voice. When I saw and heard your voice in your documentary, the energy of that love you have opened to was a delight to hear…as He would be feeling in you too.
Haha, and yes there is only a beat the difference from here to there, walking on air as you said. That day I ‘touched’ unconditional love, it is indeed walking on air. The love is just everything, you could do anything just by thinking about it. Imagine your heavenly studio, sharing it all around 🤗
And my weather has had a lovely wobble, we have been getting 23 and 24C, sunny clear skies…even if a few days of rain in between…and its still got a few weeks of winter to go yet. No complaints from down under at all 😀
I hope all is well for you, Finn and your family. Sending lots of love over, I seem to have much to spare 🤗🥰 Take care…oh, and I witnessed a big family of dolphins dancing in the surf last Friday. I am determined to get a video of them and share with you guy. Hang in there, it will happen soon 🤗🤣❤️🙏
Aw, Mark. Thank you dear friend. You’re so kind.
Heavenly studio. Perfect! Empathy is natural for me~ and even more so now! Extra”natural”!
You do have a lot of love and wisdom oozing out of you, Mark! It’s the stuff we all are encouraged by and soak it in!
I’m so happy you’re doing well~ sunny skies, perfect weather…and winter over there. Wow! Did you see the moon? I’m glad all is well in the down under! It’s fitting I end with “over and out” to the down under tee hee.
Finn and I are doing well. A surprise time with my folks (how blessed am I?) and a back tweak lol 😂 that just happened. Oh my! As my dad says, “You win some, you lose some!”
I’ll think of the dolphin family dancing in the surf ~ how precious! I can’t wait for pics. Finn and I wave to you all and send waves of prayers and love! ♥️🙏🏻🩵 🐬
That love was a very profound thing Karla. Spirit showed me that we cannot give of something we don’t understand, and our fear blocks us from understanding it. But that fear is a very profound teaching tool, and in that lifetime of trying to understand it and go past it, a very beautiful understanding awaits us.
I couldn’t believe it, on the day I truly understood why I had those fears, the ‘let go’ of a lifetime weight was incredible. And also seeing that each and every step that I took all led to that unconditional love. We cannot understand it while ever we block it with our fearful conditions and expectations because of them. But on the instant we finally understand that it is only ever us keeping it at bay, that all these lessons of life have a blessing beyond words within them, so that we can finally, truly love us unconditionally in the wisdom found in all those steps.
He gives us that love unconditionally, to accept it…we just have to accept us…unconditionally. And like all those emotions in life, we must understand one side of them to understand and appreciate the other. Like experiencing sadness so that we can then truly appreciate happiness when we stand within it.
Ooh, got excited again 🤗🤣 After understanding it I just want to share so others can feel that it may be hard this experience down here, but what awaits is a very profound and beautiful place. And each and every step teaches us that opening of our hearts to it.
And yes, the moon was a wonder. I could almost read a book by it, even the tree’s were casting shadows everywhere 🤗 A back tweak? As in an injury? Sorry, I’m intrigued as I am a Remedial Massage Therapist. As soon as I heard that I went into healing mode 😂 I shall send you loving energy and a healing for the tweak. And much love to you and Finn also. Hang in there Karla, He is indeed there for us all 🥰😀❤️
Let it flow, Mark! Don’t stop sharing! Yay! When you know, you know~ and you can’t help but share. It’s unlike anything!
The moon~ just wow! And my back is already better, my friend. I overdid it, but truly, just a twist is all it takes (bulging disc, cancer, stenosis, yada yada yada lol 😂). I iced it, took Ibuprofen, rested….then lightly walked and it was better already. I forget about your professional skills too! You’re the package for us all! I feel the loving energy and healing. God is so good! Love, Finn and me 🥰🙏🏻♥️
Why thank you Karla, He did package me up for lots. But He just held my voice back so you could heal us with the beauty in yours kind lady 🤗🥰🤣 Much love to you guys too, and glad to hear you’ve healed well 🤗❤️🙏
Hi Karla, will keep trying but can’t get the music to play. Confidence in Christ, we so can. I love the story of a priest in France who noticed a farmer who would come and sit in church (morning and afternoon) and just look at the alter. Day after day. Eventually he asked the Farmer what he was doing and the farmer said that before and after work he came into church and “I look at the Good God and the Good God looks at me”. Perfect xxxxxx
That’s beautiful, Gary. Oh my heart ❤️ I love stories like that, my friend. I’m sorry it won’t play for you.
Perhaps I can email it to you?
I appreciate you so much, my friend. ♥️❤️🙏🏻🎶
Thank you for this, dear friend. You lead me in encouragement.
It’s my blessing . ♥️🙏🏻 thank you for being here, dear friend. I appreciate you.
A beautiful and hopeful post, Karla. Love the song. You have a beautiful voice! Well done!
Thank you so much, Dwight! I’m happy you feel the hope. You’re so thoughtful! 🩵
You are welcome. Keep up the good work.
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It gives my heart great joy to hear your beautiful voice singing, my friend. Thank you for using it so splendidly in your post. I must say the last photo…of you is stunning.
You know how much I love your gift with words. God has gifted you and all praise and glory goes to Him! Thank you that you use those gifts in service to our Holy God! We can have complete confidence in Him and His finished work of redemption!
I love you 🙏🏻🥰🎶🩷☕️ 💛🩵
Pam, I almost emailed last night and the evening got away from me. You are so sweet.
I always know you’ll be singing along and loving the music~ and understanding my heart ❤️ 🥺♥️🥰
Each time I hit “publish” now, I have the confidence of Christ that He, and my loved ones here such as you, know my heart and motive.
Through singing, you really know my voice. There were times I couldn’t sing and songs were buried deep. There weren’t kids. And sometimes I would be nervous at a funeral or gathering. I don’t like to cry when I sing in front of others and the nerves get me. But when I sing at home I feel God all around me. Or like when I was around Mom’s piano. I’m sure how it would be if we all gathered around yours!
I appreciate and love you dearly. You and Butch continue to make our world brighter~ it’s an inspiration.
Thank you for loving, praying for, and encouraging me. 🎶🥰♥️❤️💕 💐 🎹
I wish to you a wonderful week, my friend Karla.
Thank you, dear Mark! I appreciate you!
I love this song. Thank you for sharing it with us. God bless you richly, Karla! 🙏 🐾 💕
CIndy, I had a feeling you’d love this song! I know we love the same styles and messages. God bless you and Henry so much. Thank you for being here–for supporting, praying, and encouraging me. 🙏🥰❣️🐾
In my growing up years, I had a pastor who filled my mind with fire and brimstone. It took me until I was in my 30s before I realized that God was loving, forgiving, and unconditional. We often miss the boat when sharing God’s word. We need to know our sinful nature in order to realize our need for a Savior. Too often, the power of the Law is over done and the beauty of the Gospel takes a back seat. Each year, I learn more about what a great God we have. Maybe that’s why I’m so old. I have a lot yet to learn. Love you, Karla. Thanks for always facing life with positive thoughts and a love for God our faithful friend.
Mama K– I always learn from you. What a beautiful testimony! It brought tears to my eyes.
Recently someone shared that churches have moved away from the “wrath” (for lack of better terms) of God–his judgement and how he can be an angry God. I feel blessed to know that he expects me to obey. My sins have led to consequences. My sin will separate me from God. If I don’t choose HIM I know ultimately what my future would be. I don’t use his Son’s death as a “free pass” to sin, but accept it with humility knowing that I have failed miserably, and still do at times, and the closer I am to him, the less those things happen because I’m abiding in HIM. When the world distracts me, either through having me think I have to conform, or do what the “world” thinks is best in relationships, decisions, day-to-day, I slip further away from the foundation that keeps me grounded and rooted–HIM! LOVE!
I love your words and wisdom–they’re like a warm blanket wrapped around in love! So cozy in Christ! I LOVE YOU!!!
I’m a work-in-progress, Mama K. I’ll not stop working on it all!! Thank you for your unwavering support and love.
You warm my heart with your faith. Your wisdom is beautifully expressed within your words. You are on your way to eternity in heaven. I know we’ll meet there someday !
Amen, Mama K! I’ll be waiting for a big hug! Thank you for your sweet words~ so kind. ♥️🙏🏻
Karla I read this post and before I listened to the song you recorded I was humming one of my favorite hymns:
My life flows on in endless song,
above earth’s lamentation.
I hear the clear, though far off hymn
that hails a new creation.
No storm can shake my inmost calm
while to that Rock I’m clinging.
Since love is Lord of heaven and earth,
how can I keep from singing?
Your voice is angelic and I loved the words to that new-to-me song! It is all true that God gives us the confidence to love – God above all others, others before self, self over sin!
Val, what a beautiful hymn. “No storm can shake my inmost calm, while to that Rock I’m clinging.” Wow. Just today the “storms” try to shake. Yet, nothing is going to take that peace that only comes from THE rock…HIM.
Thank you for your sweet and kind words. I’m so happy you enjoyed the music. I’m so thankful for you. God bless you and your family, my friend. ❣️💕🙏🥰
I walk His path. He comforts me, He guides me and He challenges me. As it should be.
That’s beautiful, Pam. It’s so good to see you here, my friend. I pray for you daily. You’ve been through so much! I’m so happy you are comforted by Him. Sending you love, prayers, and hugs, dear friend. 💕🙏❣️
A tender share, thank you beautiful and talented Karla. 💗🙏🏻
Tania whispers “Thankyou” and weeps at the song
I have tears, Gary. I just love her. You’re welcome, Tania. You inspire me. Your whole family.♥️🙏🏻
Friend!! Listen to you SINGING!! 🙂 🙂 What a beautiful song too, it brought a little tears to my eyes! You just continue to inspire and amaze me!
M.B….you’re so sweet! Thank you! 🥺 you’re support and kindness mean so much! Thank you, my friend. ♥️🥰🤗
Oh, Karla! Right verse – right time! I Really needed that one today! Thanks girl! 🥰❤️
You’re so welcome, my friend. I’m so happy it helped. I appreciate you! 🥰♥️❤️
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“complete confidence”, what a beautiful CHORUS! It wraps up so many verses into the focal part of a story. Like many of the greatest songs ever written, short verses that leave the listener open to a personal interpretation gets the record spinning again and again.
There was a huge hit that was released in 1984 by an artist that has since deceased. I won’t mention the name of the song because the lyrics have no relevance in context, but what does is that the song was actually recorded live at a club in Minnesota and it was the first time the song was performed. Later In the studio the last verse was taken out and the song was diced up and shortened a bit. Considering that was back when recording was analog on two inch tape…., cut and pasting; especially that much, took incredible talent. And then to kick everyone off the charts in stalwart “hold my beer” fashion….., that’s almost inhuman talent. WOW!!!
These short stories remind me of that song, because like that song that happened on the scene so quickly without much work going into the performance, these short stories have such a powerful and immediate impact on those that hear it…., at least to me they do.
BEST BLESSINGS!!!
Oh wow, dear CP!!
This response made my heart and soul smile. I can hear you telling this story.
Times have changed, stories spin and have different interpretations; yet, the focal part~ the chorus doesn’t change!
This touches my heart, dear friend. Thank you for your support, friendship, and prayers. I appreciate you so much!
God bless you, dear CP. many blessings and hugs to you from Finn and me! 🐾🙏🏻💚
Such a beautiful voice and a beautiful face. You are a blessing! 🤗🌹🩷
You are precious, Momma Wenda. You’re such a blessing. Thank you for encouraging and lifting me. I give God all the credit for using me as he sees fit. ♥️🥰❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
You are such a sweetheart and so easy to love!❤️🌹🕊️🎶😍
Awwwww 🥰🥰🩷🩷🩷🩷
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Your song is so beautiful, Karla and you are a walking testament of faith, walking with God and loving everyone on you path as you open to give and receive. Love you so my incredible friend❣️💕💓
Thank you, sweet Cindy. I love you very much! I don’t know where I’d be without my faith, dear friend. May love keep leading us! ♥️❤️🥰🙏🏻💚🤗
Karla = Love!!! Love you, the messages & alliterations. Thank you for sharing and making my day. : ) xoxo, Sue
I love you, sweet Sue. It’s my blessing. And thank YOU for your precious support, love, kind words, and EVERYTHING! xoxo
Amen x infinity, dear friend!
Thank you, dear friend! I appreciate you so much!!❣️X
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing. Blessings and love❤️
Thank you, Chris! Many blessings to you! Love, Karla 🩷🙏
All the best to you, Karla! 😍
Thank you, sweet Jennie! I appreciate you so much, my friend. And to you! 🩷🥰
You are welcome, Karla! 😍
I have also had that “tug at my heart” gripping the pew in front of me when I was a teen. I will never forget that moment. In these times of struggle and all of the evil going on in the world, that “white knuckled, pew hugging” memory brings me back to what is important and helps guides me out of the darkness that this world so easily offers. – This is a beautiful read – thank you!
Autumn, thank you for being here and sharing your amazing testimony. It warmed my heart and soul this morning!
I appreciate your sweet words and am so happy we’re walking together on this journey!
When you meet others who have experienced this “tug” it lifts your spirit!
Happy Friday, Autumn. May we continue finding hope and light in this world–because there IS hope and a light, right? Keep shining!
Thank you for sharing this powerful reflection. I can relate to that journey from religion to a relationship with Christ, where our true confidence is found in Him alone. Your words resonate deeply, especially the part about finding strength and courage in Christ, even when life gets overwhelming.
Also, I love the song you shared—it’s not just the lyrics, but the sound of your beautiful voice that moves me. It carries such confidence and conviction, reminding us all of the strength we have in Christ. It’s truly inspiring. Thank you for being a vessel of God’s message.
Willie, your response is heartwarming, dear brother. You’re an example of someone being a vessel, too! Thank you for your precious words and encouragement. I see you using your gifts, no matter what life may hand you. It’s so comforting knowing that we are all here together, with the same mission in mind. To share the love of God and spread the truth that he cares, loves, accepts, and saves anyone–no matter what!
I know that you can relate to the journey of confidence in Christ. There’s nothing like it! I’m so happy my words resonate with you. You and your precious family are loved. May this weekend be filled with blessings and great memories!
Most of the time, when I look back at what I’ve written, I’m amazed. I often think, “Did I really come up with that?!” 😂😂 I know it’s all thanks to God, which is why I always give Him the Glory, Honor, and Praise for what I write and share. I’m still learning and have a lot to work on, but God’s Mercy and Grace always guide me with the right words. Every day, I’m thankful for His help in guiding me and allowing me to inspire others.
Thank you for your kindness and may the Lord Continue to Bless you.
💕🤗😂❣️🙏💛 Amen, my friend!
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What a beautiful song! It blessed my heart! Thank you for sharing!
Matt, I don’t know how I missed this! I’m so sorry! Thank you very much. I’m so happy it blessed you. 🎶🙏🏻
The words to that song are as beautiful as your voice!
Thank you, Diane. The words hit my heart and soul! Many blessings. I appreciate you.
The personal anecdotes you shared added a heartfelt touch, making the message even more relatable.
Thank you so much! I appreciate your thoughtfulness!
Nice post 🌹🌹
Thank you, sweet Satyam! ♥️
Thank you for sharing your testimony and faith with us. Thank you for being a constant inspiration! You have blessed me with your words more times that I can count. Thank you Karla!
Rachel, how kind and thoughtful! You are so precious. I appreciate your support, prayers, and encouragement. May we continue to embrace the faith, my friend!
Amen. Karla, your choice of a title for this post shares a faithful witness in Jesus. Through Him, life’s mountainous challenges will look more like gentle hills with a faithful, navigable pass.
Richard, thank you. Your words,”…like gentle hills with a faithful, navigable pass” hit the heart, dear friend. I’ve been singing, reading, and praying about resilience and healing for so many, all of my WP family here, too. I can’t imagine the climbs without him! What a comfort and victory we have. I hope you and yours are well. Many blessings!
The voice of an angel! What a treat! Love you. Hugs, C
Aww, thank you, dear C. I love you and appreciate you so much. ❤️
I am always glad when I can return to a post from many months ago, read it, and then share how it connected with me, and how the words often help me grow my connection with God.
I feel a little stuck at the moment. Stuck between needing to work a job in a corporate environment, for what amounts to enough (but not much more than that), and trying to learn what steps I need to take to earn a living from writing and making music and sharing what I create with people.
In all the gaps between a full-time job, being a loving husband to my pregnant wife and all our other family, playing ultimate to stay fit and healthy, and downtime to keep me sane, I am writing books, practicing drums and guitar and writing music. But time seems decidedly slim, particularly as we get closer to our first child being born.
So, it was joyful and helpful to read that God loves me no matter what. It is helpful to remember this truth, even if I feel far away from being able to do full-time, what I feel like I am being called to do. Maybe there will be a time when I can use the majority of my time to share stories with people and listen to their stories too, instead of working a 9-5 job week in week out? I’m not sure, but God is.
Many prayers for you and your family this week. 🧡🙏 And thank you for your words once again.
Oh, Hamish…my friend. I FEEL your words. I UNDERSTAND that “gap”. First, congratulations on your soon-to-be baby! Yay Dad and Mom! Secondly, know this—I’m PRAYING for you while you’re “floating” in that space of being able to do full-time what your God-given gifts are and the place where you provide 24/7 in a day-to—day full-time job.
Hamish, one year I took a leap. I mean a HUGE leap. I left a job that paid for…everything. God opened up a door. Then, when that closed, another door opened…and each time, doors closed, other doors opened. I know I’m being vague, but I share this to say, my leaps looked suicidal to some. But it was in those, I FOUND life. Then…the diagnosis. Really, God? YES, REALLY. “I’ve Got you, Karla,” HE boomed.
Being a deep thinker, creative maker, and lover of all art, makes it hard to do the “typical” day to day jobs. When you have a deep eternal perspective of life, it might feel like you’re wasting time.
On the flip side of all I’ve shared, I look back—30 years ago—and realize in the mundane moments, God was growing me.
Your role is going to change. You are about to be someone’s NUMBER one (in addition to God and your wife’s number one). I have no doubt that you will continue seeking his will. When I “hear” your perspective, I hear clearly that you want to do what God wants for you. Way to go, YOU.
I’m praying for your steps, the music your create, and the words you write. “God, give Hamish wisdom and the opportunity to use his God-given gifts to grow his walk in You and impact the Kingdom so that his wife and child; entire family, will have needs met while Hamish fulfills the purging of purpose bubbling in his soul beneath the weight of the 9-5!”
God bless you, my friend. Through our years here we’ve prayed and supported, encouraged and cheered—I’ll not stop, Hamish! 🤍🙏
Thank you for taking the time to send such a beautiful response. 🧡 And thank you for your prayers. God is so good! I pray you will feel his grace and peace with you this day. 🙏
It’s my blessing, Hamish. It’s always so wonderful to “see” you. Thank YOU for being here, taking time to read, and praying, too! In many ways, I’m in a position of possible change. Life is transitions (and lessons!). If we leave to to God, all will be well. I feel his grace and peace–thank you! Many blessings!🩷🙏🏼