Monday, October 26, 2009
Over my head!!
Ever feel like God led you somewhere but then wondered if it was really His hand guiding you? Suppose He set a task before you (actually I'm sure you don't have to suppose; I'm sure He's set tasks before you as you read this.) I will use an example. This morning, as I drove towards a customer's house on a service call, I was praying a lot. I believe God called me to the coal business, at least for the time being. A few months ago, I probably would have told you this is only a temporary venture. Now, I'm not so sure. He may have me here longer than I expect to be. I prayed He would help me to impact the lives of the people I came into contact with. I got to the house where the service call was, changed a few wires around, and left. Did I impact anyone? I don't know. I hope so. Later today, after lunch, I went with Howard to deliver eight ton of bulk coal to a customer. No one was home when we got there. The bin already had coal in it, and I was doubtful about whether we would fit 16,000 pounds of coal into it. But God seemed to say "No worries Colin. I have led you here. Have faith." With something as small as not worrying about this delivery, God still had something to say. Essentially, there was a parallel drawn for me. Sometimes God calls us to do things that seem impossible. We tend to think or say "There is no way I can do this! Who does God think I am??" And that leaves the door open for God to say "Of course you can't do this alone. Apart from Me, you are nothing." Oh yeah... Sorry I got to thinking I was big enough to handle my own affairs again. Whether it's building a skyscraper or writing a check; flying a plane or walking to the post office; preaching to thousands or saying a simple prayer, we can't do any of it without God. An encouragement to anyone who feels out of their league right now! Lean on God now and always!
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Sometimes I feel like I am totally out of my league, thanks for the encouragement!
ReplyDeleteOh, and I like the "new" blog.
ReplyDeleteTo answer your question - yes. Sometimes He's obvious, and most times He's subtle. It's a comfort to know He's guiding even when I'm oblivious :) My first thought on your second coal story was maybe you were there for Howard...
ReplyDeleteLove the new title and that you both are blogging - but I have to say - that photo still creeps me out LOL
It looks like your picture is for Double Trouble and Rachel too.
ReplyDeleteThis is the truth. We found the picture QUITE disturbing.
ReplyDeleteColin - I like your writing style. It's just like you're talking, and that is a skill.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Trina! And thank you all for the encouragement. I am so thankful to have all of you as friends. :)
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