In searching through some of my older posts, I came across one that was fully written and not published. I was a bit surprised by that, but as I read through it I understood why I didn’t post it.

It was a farewell letter. I am not exactly sure what was happening in my life at the time, but I had put some thought into this post and I was giving up a lot.

What amazes me most is that I didn’t go through with it. I never posted it. I didn’t give up.

Today you may feel like you’ve given all you can and there’s nothing more out there for you to do. Don’t believe it. There’s plenty that God has in store for you. You may feel unwanted. Don’t believe it. God loves you and wants you to be in Him. You are special to more people than you know. Never give up.

Today you may feel like you can’t go on. Don’t believe it. Find your inner strength through the Holy Spirit. He will help you. You may think that your usefulness is used up. Don’t believe it. God can and will use you to further His Kingdom.

If you are feeling some of this today, this post is for you. Not because it’s a farewell letter, but because I chose not to follow through with it. I chose to continue writing, serving, and loving my faithful God. And in turn He has blessed me far beyond what I could imagine.

So today I’m sharing that piece from over a year ago. On July 29, 2012, I wrote:

“After much debate and for personal reasons, I’ve decided to take a break from several arenas of my life to gain a better perspective on living. This leave of absence may or may not be permanent. I think it will depend on what God teaches me over the next few weeks.

Where you won’t be seeing me:

Writing

At least not published writing. I know God isn’t finished with me yet in this area. If He was, I wouldn’t have more to say each day. So I will journal. Perhaps they will be posted on my blog down the road, but for now, I believe my writing will be my personal outlet.

For those who have faithfully followed my blog, thank you. It has meant so much to me to know that God has used my words to bring praise to His Name. Continue to follow other great bloggers out there. I guarantee you will be blessed. And who knows, I may come back with even greater understanding of God’s grace and love and pour it all out right here.

Social Media

I will be taking a break from it all. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google, and Pinterest. I have found that these medias take up a great deal of my time and energy. Feel free to send me a message, I’ll check occasionally, but really would rather getting a phone call or email to stay connected.

Making a Difference in Southeast Asia

I have decided to put this trip on hold. I’m not saying I won’t ever visit the area, it’s just not the right time for me to be stepping into this field.

Where you will be seeing me:

On the Job

I will be actively pursuing a full time position. If anyone is seeking a skilled secretary with great organizational skills, I’m the person you are looking for! It has been a rough two years with me being out of work. I’ve searched and searched, applied and applied, been rejected and rejected all over again. But there must be something out there. So it’s time to become dedicated to this area of my life and help out with the bills. I want to share a big thank you to my husband who has been so patient with the job search.

In Bible Study

I need God’s Word more than ever. His words of compassion, love, grace, and hope are what I cling to. Now more than ever. Just a few days ago I encouraged the reading of Isaiah 61…that chapter is at the top of my reading list.

At Church

I will stay connected with my local congregation because worshiping with my fellow believers will bring joy to my life.

I leave you with Paul’s prayer to the Ephesian Church. These words have become precious to me. These words have lifted my spirit on several occasions. These words are God’s message to you and me.

“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout tall generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” (Ephesians 3:16-21 – NIV)”

If you know me at all, you know that I didn’t give up any of the above mentioned. And what I know from this side of this date is that God has done some remarkable things in my life since then. I have been blessed beyond my imagination because I chose not to give up.

And here’s the thing. God will do the same for you. Be patient. Let God do His work. In His time, He’ll create something beautiful.

Grace and peace be yours in abundance,

Donna

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