I'm Included

My family visited a church a few days ago.  The musicians were awesome!  Once again, my mind went back to the days when I dreamed of being a super musician - but that takes practice and I did not intend to do that kind of work.  It wasn't long before I slipped into my usual if-only-I-had-practiced mode.  I could have had such an amazing ministry, whine, whine, whine.  I felt so left out.  In spite of my careless behavior of not practicing when I was young with tons of time on my hands, God has a place for me.  He reminded me that I DO have a ministry.  He still uses me.  He uses me to speak.  I play piano from time to time, but that's pretty much the extent of it.  I get through the notes and do a fair job.  However, when I speak, I feel the hand of God directing every word.  That's my ministry.

God didn't make clones.  I believe all of God's children have some kind of ministry.  For some, they are fully aware of it and flourish in it.  For others, they're scratching their heads as to what it could be.  God doesn't reveal everything to everyone.  Sometimes we're not ready to receive it.  Sometimes it's just not time for the big reveal.  If God has shown you your ministry, shine.  Shine so brightly where God has planted you.  If you're still looking, then look to God first - His spirit will guide you. 

What's YOUR ministry?  What has God called you to do?  Post below and let us know.  I'm sure it will inspire others.  I'm included in God's great plan and so are you.