Foolish thing

Sometimes I'm astounded that God can use me to make a difference.
In my own eyes I am the foolish thing that God promises to use for His glory.
I'm a doorkeeper - opening doors for others to find their destiny in His kingdom.
I'm a sower - planting seeds of hope when I notice fertile soil in souls.
I'm a levite - daring to take the first steps into a rising Jordan river so that others will follow into the promised land
I'm a warrior - willing to swing my sword next to a weakened comrade in the Kingdom.
I'm a psalmist - writing words to inspire and proclaim victory over a defeated foe.
I'm a truth-teller - sticking my neck out to speak because I see what's at stake.
I'm a tree of life - planted on the banks of God's living water and letting my roots grow down deeper still.
I'm a fool - because I've abandoned my pride to love God fully.

Giving our Worship

Hello friends,

Some years ago my family decided that we wanted to take care of mother in her old age. This is normal in eastern Europe or third-world countries, but in America it is very unusual! I think that most Americans (and Europeans) do not have many examples of "how" to do this because it is "normal" in those cultures to have elderly parents move to a nursing home.

Last year I was caring for mother from May until January. It wasn't easy but it was good. It was an act of love, an act of worship to serve her. But it was not just good for mom, it was good for me! We spent time together writing down her memories and I learned alot about her but also my own history and roots.

As we mature as Christians, let's not forget where we came from.

Who invested into your life, who opened a door of ministry for you, who helped you when you failed and never wanted to step out again? God has shown His faithfulness again and again, so let us be faithful in our calling.

Think about who you can encourage today or where you could step to the side so that someone else can grow in ministry.

"Give and it shall be given to you, pressed down, shaken together and overflowing"

- this is a principle of the Kingdom of God, whether we are helping an elderly parent or leading our churches in worship.

Thanks and blessings,

Belinda van de Loo