Perfect timing

"'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'" (Jeremiah 29:11)

Being raised in a conservative(ish) Christian home (that ish is for you, Mom), there were certain expectations to behave in appropriate ways, to avoid cursing or punching your sibling or sneaking out, or other reckless and deviant behavior. I grew up going to church, and always believed in Jesus. But, of course, in true rebellious middle child fashion, I pushed what I knew to be true to the side, and often waged war within myself over who and what I was supposed to be. 

In this season of waiting that I was so frustrated by yesterday, I've found such joy in connecting with the ministry leader I wrote about a couple of weeks ago. I feel my bucket filling up, my soul rejoicing at the possibilities that are coming my way with working as part of a team who shares the same hopes and dreams for making a difference. It's like a meeting of kindred spirits when you find someone who is passionate about similar causes and shares a heart for the people that have always touched your soul in a special way. 

And, the cherry on top is that my involvement with this amazing organization allows me to use my creative writing muscle, something I miss so much in the day-to-day of my "regular" 9-5 job. Something I don't get to utilize often when I'm doing the mom thing or chauffeuring kids to volleyball or school or soccer or other activities. I can feel my heart leaping inside my chest, at the prospect of what this new path is opening up for me. 

I've been searching for awhile to fill a void, that passion project that I know I needed. I think I got in my own way a lot of the time, but no more! I am here for this. I am present and ready and engaged and so excited. I know that God does have a plan for me. He wants me to have hope, and even more, he wants me to inspire hope in others. He wants me to have a future, and prosper, and share His message and joy and love with others around me. 

My cup is full. So thankful for doors opening, even when others are shutting. So grateful for new people who could really change my life, and vice versa. Open to the possibilities, and excited for the changes coming. God's timing is always so much better than ours. It's His perfect timing. We just have to be open to it, and willing to step out in faith when it's time.