Currently, and for the last 7 years, I have been overseeing the kids ministry at the Vineyard. When I originally "signed up" for the job, I thought, "Okay, I can fill in and surely God will bring the right person along soon!" There have been a lot of ups and downs. The ups being seeing the kids grow and respond to God is so many different ways, having fun and building relationships with them, and learning so many cool ways to teach the kids the Bible. The downs being constantly piecing together a monthly schedule, feeling like the detested salesperson that shows up at your door seeking to get you serving in the kids ministry. the constant feeling that there's so much to do that I don't know where to start or even what do, and finally, but not least, the overwhelming internal battle that my family isn't getting enough of my attention because my energy is gone!
Well, here I am going into my 8th year..and surprise, surprise, the "right" person hasn't shown up. But God has been faithful to show me and Matt that it's not where I am supposed to be and I am willing to step aside and see what God is going to do with the kids here at the Vineyard.
So, I am going to be taking a break from kids ministry to refocus and to allow the remaining kids team to transition things (without feeling as though I am watching over them).
My heart is relieved that this day has finally arrived and yet a little nervous that I won't hear what God has for me next. But, one thing I do know, I will wait on Him!
Isaiah 40:31
Yet those who wait for the LORD
Will gain new strength;
They will mount up with wings like eagles,
They will run and not get tired,
They will walk and not become weary.
My love... yes you are in a time of waiting. I want to encourage you in this time that every season of fruitful ministry must first endure a time of waiting. It is no accident you are in this place.
ReplyDeleteJust as Jesus was tempted, you will be tempted, tried, tested during your time of waiting. You must resist the temptation to fill your life with earthly treasures, to make your life your own, to make attempts to take care of your own felt needs. As Jesus did, learn in this time to depend wholly on Him, to trust in His protection, and to worship God alone.
I am thrilled to see what this time of waiting will produce in you.