Mosaic

I have been feeling led to write more often but I have allowed my doubts to hold me back. There is a lot of self-talk going on with me here and it isn't all good either.

"Well, you know, my grammar needs polishing and what do I have to say that's interesting anyway?"
 "It's silly to think that anyone would want to hear what I have to say.  C'mon!" 
"Maybe this strong sense that I have to write will pass; you know, like bad gas."

I quickly realized that I will not be satisfied until I stop making excuses and do what I felt led to do.  I often complain of not feeling fulfilled, but what am I doing about it?  It's like when I complain about that I really want to lose these extra pounds but then an hour later I'm licking the inside of a candy bar wrapper.  The pounds aren't going to come off on its own, but I have to put in the commitment and the work.  It's the same with getting the most out of our lives.  We have to take steps to bring about the changes needed in our lives.

What is that thing that you keep sensing that you have to do but you haven't done it yet?  What is your passion in life?  Is your passion scrolling through social media all day looking at everyone else life?  Of course not!  Shut that phone off (after you read this of course) and get out and do something toward making your life better!  

As I look out of my window at this beautiful day, one thing that I am certain of is that life is meant to be lived!  We are to live an abundant life!  We were not put here to just live, or as someone once said, "to pay bills and die."  We are here to make a difference in the world and in people's lives.  We are to enjoy our lives. Life doesn't have to be perfect to start living it to the fullest.  Just start where you are.  Change one small habit every week.  Commit to do one thing towards your goals daily.  When a negative thought goes through your mind, let it filter through gratitude and come out of your mouth as thankfulness.

Do not feel like what you have to offer is not needed. EVERYONE has a part to play.  It's as if the world is a mosaic and we all have our own little piece to add.  Yours may not look like mine and mine may not look like the next person's, but when you put all of the little pieces together, it makes a beautiful masterpiece!  

So, dear friend, whatever it is that is on your heart to do, take steps, even if it is tiny steps, towards walking in your purpose.  Do not think that what you have to offer is insignificant.  Our world needs you to build the beautiful mosaic!


John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal, kill and destroy; I came that they may have life,  and have it abundantly.
1Peter 4:10 As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace.
Philipians 4:13  I can do all things through him who strengthens me.