being used

I think God has used me. And I love the very idea!! Being used is a purpose and I want to have purpose. I love how He is sovereign and makes things work out so we can help each other and be useful to each other for the purpose of glorifying Him. Case in point, I have a very sweet and good friend at church whom I will call Caryn. Caryn called me in tears the other night asking for advice and support regarding a pretty serious situation with her 29 year old son and his family. His situation is about what I do for a living and she didn't know who else to call. Well turns out he decided to take up matters as to the solving of his problem with me professionally and the family came to see me at work so I could get them the help they need and some counseling too. I do believe that God's hand was in that and I love that these people came to me for help and I was able to provide the beginning of that help. All of the results will be in God's hands but if I can be used as a tool for them to start the road to healing then I am forever grateful to have that opportunity. I also had lunch with another friend, Dana who brought a co worker who just started attending my church. Dana wanted us to meet so that her friend, Cindy, would get to know someone from the church. Turns out Cindy has a husband who doesn't share her faith and beliefs either. Another instance where I can be used to serve a purpose in someone else's life. Maybe her just having a contact will encourage her to keep coming and making more friends. I was able to make suggestions and encourage her to get involved. It was great. Now if I could only get Dana to visit my church--she is Catholic but fortunately I believe she is a saved one.

Keep using me God for your purposes. Please put people and situations in my path that I can help, influence, love or otherwise through whom I can bring glory to You.