Purpose. It’s a word we hear and we can either run to it, or run from it. If you are drawn to it, then maybe this post is for you. If you are already thinking this isn’t for you. Give it a chance. If anything, you might find a piece of your heart. So, I’m really not going to talk about purpose so much as I am going to talk about the foundation underneath it. And while we have heard the word purpose a lot, we may not have heard the idea of crafting a personal mission statement. Businesses have them, typically. But in real life, who really has one and does it resonate the truth of who you are? I am not suggesting that this becomes a self-serving exercise. It’s actually the opposite. There is a nudge or stirring in each of us, especially when we reach that midpoint in life that adjusts our focus to look forward to our "second half". Some people think it's retirement. Or, maybe you haven't reach that midpoi...
Our friendships are never coincidental. They are formed by God, through his love and his knowing exactly what we need, at just the right time. Every friendship is like a petal on a flower. It plays an important role in completing a beautiful picture. Friends are the "petals" that make our lives beautiful. They are the people who bring joy and color to our lives. Allow God to work in you and through you, knowing you are a special "petal" in someone's life.