Do you have a passion? Is there anything that excites you? How about moves you to tears or action? For years I not only didn't have passion but I was so shy it was terrible. In elementary school all the way through high school I was very shy and often times didn't see myself in any positive light.
From earlier blogs I have mentioned my early childhood and the precarious position I was in as the oldest child and an unwanted one at that. I have two younger brothers and the sun rises and sets with both of them in the eyes of my parents. Since I grew up with a perfectionist father who was very stern I never heard postive words of affirmation let alone experience love. So it was not wonder that as a child I was shy and never voiced any opinion, keeping to myself and dreaming of what might be.
For those of you that know me I am far from shy now. I enjoy speaking and even more enjoy standing up for what I believe. I am always there for the underdog and I do not allow anyone to get me told. I have worked in the profession of dentistry for over thirty years and my resume is full of just about everything you can do in my career field except the position of dentist. I love to write, read, scrapbook and spend quality time with my grandchildren. All of these things are passions for me.
My problem is that sometimes it is hard to harness the energy and passion. I can get so wrapped up in doing that I fail to enjoy being. Kinda like Martha and Mary in the Bible. I am definitely a Martha. I have to watch that I temper the words I speak, prioritize my days while always being life giving and positive. Finding time to sit with Jesus would be awesome instead of making sure I have His back, lol.
How about you? Could you say with certainty that passion fuels you to be your best? Do you think of others and handle situations with dignity and respect or are you a resounding gong? How about your priorities and is there a balance toyour life?
Lord, as we journey through life I applaud the people with passions and fortitude to set goals and acheive them. Allow each of us to mentor others to be the best they can be. May we reach those that seems sidelined and bring them encouragement to go after a passion in life. May our first passion always be for You. Amen
So as I'm pushing onward I look back at the young shy girl that was afraid of just about everything and I give glory to God that He overshadowed the hard years and brought forth who I am today. I may not be perfect, thank God, but I am passionate and love encouraging others to be all they want to be.
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