For the hope of one

I shared that yesterday was a day of connections-today was a day of reflection. After multiple hectic days getting our house ready to host my daughter’s baby shower, today was a slower day. Anyone who knows me knows that I find it hard to simply rest and enjoy the quiet. I’m constantly looking for the next project- I joke that if anyone could read minds they would be horrified at how my mind is constantly going all over the place! I guarantee you that if you are around me, you have been in a musical in my head one time or another!

In my reflection today, I received a note from someone I sent a link to my blog. They shared that the timing was a sign for them to re-establish their faith…that it’s been on their mind and the blog was a nudge to return. This is why I write.

It wasn’t that long ago that I felt pushed to start writing again. All I hoped was that I could speak to at least one person. That’s all I wanted. I didn’t start writing to be published or fame, I felt compelled to write hoping that maybe something I experienced, that I was willing to share, would touch or speak to one person.

I can share that there have been countless times when I go back and read what I wrote or reflect on a bible study I taught and I have no doubt of the inspiration behind those words.

Jesus uses parables throughout his ministry and one of my favorites is the parable of the lost sheep. “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it?” (Luke 15:4) God reminds us that the rejoicing of one converted sinner will be greater than the ninety-nine that do not need to repent. (Luke 15:7)

So, today I write with the hope of one.

Today, I pray that you share your faith story with at least one person-you never know who you may touch with your words.