Go Time

My head is spinning right now. But like, in a good way?! You know the feeling you get when you drink too much caffeine and you can't calm down? Or how your body shakes when your name is being called next to get up in front of people, receive an award, or tell something about yourself in a Bible Study group? That's how I'm feeling at this very moment. I have butterflies in my stomach, a lump in my throat, tears waiting for their cue to pour down my cheeks, and hands trembling so bad it's amazing I'm able to type this. Why? Well I'm so glad you asked...

I'm supposed to speak. Yep. As in speak to small and large groups of women all over this wonderful country of ours. God laid it on my heart a few years ago, I can see the preparation He has given (and continues to give) me, and it's about go time. I feel like I have one problem though. I am not the author of a well-known, best selling book, and I don't have a particular platform to promote. Well, except the most important book and the most important platform. Jesus. That's what God has called me to speak about. To tell women who are hurting and stuck and unsure that there is HOPE! In HIM! This is such an exciting and yet oh so scary thing for me. I'm doing my best to trust God in each speaking engagement, and surrender my time and energy and life to Him as He continues to equip this small town-still lots to learn-mother of two. Please pray with me. For me. Pray that I will surrender FULLY to Him, that HIS WILL is done, and that every time I open my mouth it brings glory to His Name. It furthers His kingdom. It encourages, builds up, and shows another person Jesus. This is a tall order. I know without Him I can do nothing, but through Him I can do all things (Phil 4:13). I'm scared. But I'm READY.  I'm ready to make friends with those butterflies in my stomach!

God has blessed me with the opportunity to speak at our Night of Worship to be held October 10th at Chatham Baptist Church. I pray you will attend if you are able. Maybe I will see you all in your churches one day, where we can dig into God's Word together! I would really love to pray about that if you're interested! I'm so thankful He holds us in His hands. Lead me Lord....where You lead I will follow...trusting You all the way!

 <3 Summer