Just reflecting on our first few days, it is amazing to see how hard the girls are working. Apparently 80% of volunteers just don't cut it. I would gladly put the girls in to the 20% category. They are accomplishing so much more then anyone thought possible. People of Florida work at a nice easy going pace and getting enough work for us all to keep busy is challenging at times. However, no matter what the task or how daunting it initially seems, everyone is doing what is asked of them and doing it with a smile. We wanted to come here and serve. While we are loving the sun and the short times we get to go to the beach, the main reason we are here is work and share our joy with others. This experience has been so much fun for me because I get to see each person in a whole new light. Each player, alumni, and parent here has something unique to give and it has been such a blessing to see what that is. Whether it be energy when we are slowing done, prayer to open our day, or just a good laugh when we need it, everyone is contributing. I strongly felt God's hand on this trip during the planning and fund raising phase, and now I get to see the strength and courage of each person as they live their faith out daily. I am truly blessed to be working with strong Christian women who are committed to living out their faith. I have the greatest job!
Hi Ladies (& Cory),
ReplyDeleteYou've all been on my mind, thoughts & prayers this week. And I wanted to share with you something that I learned today while I was working.(I apologize if this gets long!) I was mindlessly folding the bulletins for Sunday. As I was almost done, I looked at the cover, and read what was printed on the cover. It said, "As God's chosen people, clothe yourselves with compassion." I thought "clothe yourselves with compassion?" That's a really strange way to word it. So I decided to look it up, and read the verse in context, and this is what I found: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy & dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness & patience." (Col. 3:12) I was mulling this verse (and several that followed - really 3:12-17, you should read the whole thing!) and I felt the need to share with you what I felt God was showing me.
I think about the phrase "clothe yourself" and I realized that our clothes are what most people see when they look at us. As Christians, when people see us, we are called to clothe ourselves in such a way that what they see in us is our compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness & patience. I pray that as you go about your service this week, that is what is driving you. A heart that is so grateful for all that He has given you, that it just overflows with love for Him expressed to all you come into contact with! You are an amazing group, and I have no doubt He is going to use each of you mightily this week!
Hello to all. Looks like your all working hard and enjoying your surroundings. We are proud of the work your all doing. Also wanted to say thank you to coach Corey. As Malorie's dad I am grateful she has a Godly coach who understands what being a winner really means. Malorie is always mentioning how much Corey does for all the girls.
ReplyDeletePhl 2:13 for it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for {His} good pleasure.