iShineInMinistry

Have you taken the time to reflect on all the things God has done over the last 10 years? Maybe He moved you into full time ministry, or moved you out to do other things. Perhaps you were taken to a new ministry or just taken out of your comfort zone with the ministry where you serve. No matter the case, there is so much to celebrate and so much more to look forward to as we trust the Lord in 2020 and beyond. Might I encourage you with a few little reminders as you enter into this new season?

Keep your heart and mind on the Lord: While this is certainly not rocket science, this is still a very needed reminder as life gets chaotic and various projects and people race at you at 100 miles a minute. Spiritual warfare, fatigue and so many other things can distract us from the main thing, even when we seem to be doing “God things”. So take this to heart and get your focus fully on Him.

It’s okay to say no. We need to make our yes our yes and our no our no. Prayerfully consider the things that are placed before you and really take the time to hear from the Lord about the decisions you make. Then, when you say yes, keep that yes; furthermore, when you say no, get your little nose out of the details since they don’t pertain to you. We need to make sure all aspects of our lives are constant and consistent.

Be Genuine: It’s so easy to paste on a happy face when you are hurting so that you can “make God proud” as you serve and cope with things, but that is not the heart of ministry. People will appreciate your sincerity when they realize that you too are not perfect and also are a work in progress. While you should always use discretion and discernment with how much to share and with whom, it is great to let the people that you serve that you are human.

Happy New Year and Happy New Decade to you. I pray that as you go into this new chapter of serving God that you will shine for Him, bring Him glory and have the time of your life joyfully doing His will!