the way.

(Written June 10, 2011)

"And the angel of the Lord spake unto Philip saying, Arise, and go toward the south unto the way that goeth down from Jerusalem unto Gaza which is desert."

This verse impacted me more today then ever. I recalled something a preacher pointed out - Philip wasn't even called to a final destination, but rather, a way. This way was between to places... where he was and where he would eventually end up. Yet God had him specifically pass through that way. Since recent changes in my life, I have been struggling with what God has for me. I know He will lead me somewhere, but at this point I have no idea where. For a while, I kept thinking that I was not where I should be and a I needed to get there, but this verse made me realize something that has completely changed my perspective - God has led me to this way. I am exactly where I should be. This way is exactly where God has me for right now.

"...Philip continued on the way preaching in the cities along it, until he reached Caesarea."

What if he never went the way that God had called him to? What if he had demanded that God just tell him the final destination? He would have never shown the eunuch the Gospel and he would never have preached in the cities along the way to Caesarea. What all would he have missed? Who would have never heard the Gospel?

I do not believe that where I am right now is my final destination, but I am sure that God has led me to this way for His purpose. I want to do His will while I am here, and I want to be faithful until he takes me to whatever is "next."

(Written September 18, 2011)

The will of God never ceases to amaze me. In the last three months, I received several job offers. After much prayer and good counsel, I am happy to say that I have accepted a job that will be taking me to Cleveland, Ohio. Who knew?! I am so excited to see God continue to work in my life... as I continue on the way...