There was a woman who wanted to be great at something. She dabbled in a lot of things but she was never outstanding in anything. She was a tad lazy, a bit unorganized, and could get overwhelmed to the point she would shut down and not accomplish her tasks. She could be hurt or frustrated easily which would make her lash out at the ones she loved. But... she had something greater than all of her faults. She had God's love.
God spent many years with the woman. Holding her hands like a mother does with a baby learning how to walk and never giving up when the woman just wanted to be forever carried. Then one day the woman took a step. She was scared and reached out for God's hands that were still there to steady her. Then she took another step and soon she realized for the first time in her life she was walking. What an accomplishment! Her faith was growing in herself and she dreamed of one day running side by side with her Father. Oh but then what happened? She tripped on that little pebble of self doubt. She had never done this before. What if this would be just one more thing she could sort of do? At that moment God looked down at her and smiled. With a reassuring voice he said "My child, you may stumble and even fall but I will never leave you behind. Look at what you've accomplished so far. Trust me, the best part is still to come."
The woman in this story is me, and maybe even you! I have been a Christian for over 10 years now. How's that for baby steps! For the first time in my life I have actually craved learning more about my God's teachings. I've always wanted to do something great. God is shaping my ministry and showing me what He has planed for me by growing my desire for Him. I don't know exactly what my niche is but I'm filling some needs to see what fits. Even if I don't find it right away, nothing will be waisted. You and I both are called, now get up and go! I will Lord. Choose me!