TWO YEARS AGO...today I was in a land cruiser with four friends traveling from Ulaanbaatar to Darhan, Mongolia. Surreal doesn't begin to capture the memory of those nine days. Our expedition was tasked with discovering if a partnership could develop between friends working in Mongolia and friends here at home. It did and a possibility exists to return to Mongolia within the next five months.
I left part of my heart and soul in that wild country with its hardy, hospitable people. And as much as I long to return, God speaks to me of engaging in the work right here and right now. "Don't get ahead of yourself, Nancy. I have work here at home to accomplish."
This month I finish out four years of music ministry to our church watching with amazement and gratitude God's provision of a couple to lead us on in our worship life. The future work plans for a safe, nurturing place for our babies and toddlers are coming together - slowly. That's right - from in front of a microphone to the front lines of nursery ministry. And maybe, just maybe, another trip to Mongolia in the near future.
Do you remember what you were doing two years ago? If not, then think about making today memorable. Do you need to make a change today? If you feel you have nothing to give others because your life is screwed up? It's time to think about giving away your own life, giving up control to One named Jesus Who loves you and letting Him fill you with His love, His Spirit. Since His love never runs out, you can give it away without measure.
Now that decision would make for a memorable day that will last forever...really!
