Saturday, August 29, 2009

We are called to benefit the world

Beth Moore said it best when she said," We are called to benefit the world." I hold that phrase close to my heart and think about it often. (I'm actually looking for a place to hang it in my house, so it can be something my family sees every day) This post may seem random but, I have these... waves of emotion... every so often. That is the best way I can explain it. I've had them as long as I can remember. They definitely intensified after my mom passed away. It is as if I am being urged to do MORE. More what? I don't know. I just feel that I'm not doing enough with my time here on earth. It is a very hard emotion to explain, but it is very real and very frustrating for me. I know my roles as a wife, mom, daughter, sister and friend are important. However, I feel there is something else out there. Some void I need to fill by helping others. I love doing charity work, volunteering and have always loved to fund raise. It brings me joy to see what I can give to others through my own perseverance. I am also very inspired by others stories of philanthropy. However, at the end of the day I am still left feeling like there is something more. Maybe I won't find out while I am here. Maybe God is preparing me. I am not sure. Only time will tell. I just keep praying for an answer and I try to be patient. Like I said random... but it was on my mind...

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