Tuesday, April 23, 2013

A Hundred Years From Now

On my way into work I prayed that I might see Jesus. As the day went along I made a frightened child laugh, calmed an anxious co-worker and enjoyed the friendship of those around me. On the way home I thanked God for answering my prayer. All day long I saw Jesus and I saw him in the most unexpected place. I saw him in me.
 
 “And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory. . . Since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart” (2 Corinthians 3:18-4:1).

Sometimes I get so used to the pain that I miss the daily signs of Jesus in my world, His blessings every single day. I can be a way Jesus makes Himself visible, not only to others but to myself.  God can show Himself through me even in my more limited abilities gives new hope and meaning to my life. God is confirming that even in my weaknesses His Spirit is still living and working within me.

In my last post I asked for prayers about a big decision I was facing.  I was debating whether or not to return to work full-time.  I began working as the instructional support teacher. I am filling in for the teacher who is on maternity leave. I absolutely love this position, it’s a dream come true.  I help kids who are struggling in Math and Reading, definitely my cup of tea.  The chronic pain is still a daily battle, even more a struggle than when I was able to rest when necessary at home.  I break out in hives several times a day due to the anxiety and pain.  I feel as though this is where I am supposed to be so I have to depend on God more than ever before to get me through every single day.