Friends,
Recently I have been going through a lot of stuff. Life after college has been filled with lots of joy, new friendships, and immense blessings from the Lord. However, it has also been laced with uncertainty.
What am I doing next year? Am I really supposed to be working full time in ministry? Etc…
Good thing this is where the Lord wants me right now. I really believe that God has a plan and where you are right now is where the Lord wants you to be. You may think you’ve made mistakes, and you probably have since nobody is perfect, but that’s not to say we can’t learn from these mistakes. Sometimes I feel like I can’t do anything. I feel like I am not really fulfilling that great of a need for the Kingdom or for humanity in general. I feel weak and alone. Well, here’s the good news.
In chapter 12 of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians, the Lord is quoted as saying “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” I will rather boast most gladly of my weakness, in order that the power of Christ may dwell with me. Therefore, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hard ships, persecutions, and constraints, for the sake of Christ; for when I am weak, then I am strong.”
PEOPLE! THIS IS GREAT NEWS! The Lord wants us in the condition we are in! He doesn’t want us to get our act together, get everything in line, and then come to Him as if that’s some sort of gift we are worthy of giving Him. He wants to HELP US get everything together. He wants to work with our weaknesses and insecurities and make us strong, in Him.
Think about the apostles. They were just ordinary guys. Sometimes, they did some really stupid stuff and didn’t seem to get the message Jesus was trying to tell them, but like Peter who denied Jesus three times, Christ will work with our weaknesses. Look at what Jesus did to Peter. He made him the rock on which the Catholic Church was built. WHAT!
The Lord can use you. All you have to do is to be open to Him.
If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. The Lord is standing at the door, knocking…
Inspiring words, Matt. Your presence here at Elon is really appreciated, I know that I am thankful for you being here to help guide me as I journey towards getting confirmed in the Catholic faith. Our fun discussions have led me to realize that becoming Catholic can be an exciting experience and I’ve learned so much from you.
The Lord certainly does have a plan for all of us and I thank Him for placing you here. While He may take you to elsewhere I hope that you can continue to spread your knowledge and love of the Catholic faith here at Elon. I know the Catholic faith has changed my life, with thanks to the Lord and how he’s worked through you. You’re a great teacher, thanks for all that you do.
Ryan, thanks for your comment. I really appreciate that. I never thought I would be an RCIA teacher but I really enjoy going through the material with the group. It turns out to be a lot of fun and I’m thankful to know that I’m making a difference. Thank you for your encouragement. It means a lot.