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Change
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” James 1:17
Change – for some, simply hearing this word causes them to shudder. Change can be uncomfortable and most certainly takes us from our comfort zones, but change is necessary. God uses change to grow us, strengthen us and heal us. Each one of these steps is uncomfortable and at times, painful. My pastor says often, “We need to participate in the process.” I have come to see the valuable truth in this. I have gained much ground spiritually and emotionally by following this rule.
With that said, it's time for another change. This one comes with much sadness, but I believe God is moving or rather repositioning me for the next step in ministry. Have no fear, I will still be doing Lighthouse Living, but on my Facebook page only for right now. This will be the last Lighthouse in the Highway Shopper as the paper is retiring. I have considered myself very blessed in that I not only write for the Shopper, but deliver it as well. I have met many wonderful people over the many years and worked with the most awesome bunch of superheroes for more than 15 years. We have seen many changes over the years, but we could always depend upon the God who never changes. The Shopper has not been just a paper or a job, but a ministry as well. I've gotten to pray with people, share my faith, and encourage many. It's been said, “God never closes a door without opening a window.” I'm looking for my window.
Thank you everyone who has read and enjoyed Lighthouse Living for these past 12 years. I can't tell you the pleasure I get from writing and sharing the Father's insights with you each week. I have been blessed by those who told me how much they enjoy reading it.
Jeremiah 29:11, “I know the plans I have for you”—this is the Lord’s declaration—“plans for your well-being, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” This is not the end, but only the beginning – new adventures, new prospects. May Father God bless and keep you and may you always participate in the process of His change in your life.
Lighthouse Calling
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How did I ever start this?
I never cease to be amazed at how God works things out. And it's never ever the way I would have done it.
In 2009, the lady who wrote Ask Annie called and told us, she would have to stop writing her weekly article. I liked her article, not having it would be a great loss. As I continued to work, the Lord nudged me to go talk to the office manager and ask if I could write a devotional for the Shopper. I must have – let us say – argued with the Lord for a good 30 minutes. The Lord won! With knees shaking I told her the Lord encouraged me to do a devotional; what did she think? She thought it was a good idea, but to speak with the paper's owner, Dave. I did. He liked the idea as well-- and the rest is history.
Actually, there's more, much more to this story. Several years before, we were preparing to take a family vacation and my very good friend gave me a note, Psalm 98:1, “Sing a new song to the Lord.” That note sent me in search of 'what in the world does that mean?' One morning during devotions the Lord answered my question, telling me He was calling me to be a speaker and writer. My response to that? “Not me. I am a mess of a person, and there's no way in the world that I qualify.” I decided to keep it to myself, because I knew once I said it out loud to anyone God would give it action. After all, I am not a Billy Graham or Joyce Meyer. What I didn't know, but would find out later, He didn't call me to be either of those individuals. I was called to be uniquely me – mess and all. Years later, during Bible study, the Lord told me to share my story with the group. Of course I agreed – NOT! I again wrestled with the Lord, but to no avail. I shared, and the journey began. Now, here I am writing Lighthouse Living and enjoying every minute of it.
While delivering the Shopper one day, a very sweet elderly lady stopped me and ask if I knew who wrote Lighthouse Living. I had kept myself anonymous and now faced with the question, I knew I had to tell her the truth. I said, “As a matter of fact, I do.” She then told me how much she liked it and had been saving them and sending them to a dear friend in Ireland, who also liked them. Color me gobsmacked! God had taken me international!
I think the most amazing part of writing Lighthouse Living is that it always starts with lessons I've learned. God is the most awesome author of both my life and Lighthouse Living. I consider myself blessed to share with all of you week after week. Happy Anniversary Highway Shopper!
Editor's note:
Robin - we are very happy you heard the "call" and continue to bless the Lord with your weekly columns!
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