As I’m typing this, I am closely listening to incoming phone calls from my work.
I woke up with 2 messages flashing in our answering machine. They were from the day charge nurse at our main facility [where I usually work]. She was wondering if I could float to another facility, because I could get to go home at 6:30 in the morning, instead of the usual 8:00 a.m. Sounded so good! But the catch? I needed to be there at 6:30 p.m. tonight which I couldn’t work to avoid hurting my neck [a result of the neck injury I sustained in 1997]. I was the only one working 8 hours among the rest of the staff.
Another down side…I haven’t been there in a long time. I might remember a few things. But it wouldn’t be comfortable.
I called my work. She was disappointed I couldn’t go early. But she advised me to wait for her calls. In case, she still needed to send me to cover that facility for the night.
“That’s fine. Thanks,” as I hang up and a little uneasiness started within me. Not of fear. More of uncertainties of what to do in case something comes up kind of thing. And I know more likely, I would be floating, as no one else would want to.
“18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” ~ Matthew 28:18-20 [ESV]. [emphasis was mine].
Isn’t that His command? To “GO”…But some choose to stay within the church and be confined only in that place. No one wants to get out of their “comfort zone” and be willing to reflect His light in the darkness. To share the Good News to those who haven’t heard about it.
Lord, I’m feeling anxious to go to my work tonight. But by Your grace, Your protection and guidance, I will go! Just like the way You want me to share You with those who hasn’t known or acknowledged You. Forgive me for those times that I want to just stay in my “comfort zone” and not be wiling to suffer for Your glory.
Update: Yes, I got that call that I'm floating tonight. Please pray for me, precious friends and Intercessors. Thanks to all of you and God bless.
I'm praying for you right now my precious, precious friend and will continue to pray for you throughout the night.
ReplyDeleteYou have been such an encouragement to me with your deep love and friendship, with your kind thoughts, comments and prayers...more than you know. We never know who or when others will come into our lives and leave soft embedded footprints in our heart, but I do know this...you continue to do that with me and I thank Him for that. I thank you for that dear sister.
Love you so much.
Big Hugs and Prayers,
Alleluiabelle
Storming the heavens, dear friend. I have been thinking about you all day. Isn't that just like GOD....HE always brings to mind those we are to pray for....I LOVE HIM, so!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, hugs, and love, andrea
praying for you too Rosella. Praying you feel His presence lifting you, giving you strength,confidence and surrounding you with His power to do whatever is necessary. Stay safe and strong always. Sarah
ReplyDeleteYou are precious, honest, ready. It amazes me how often we feel weak in our own strength when we know in our heart, with all that we have in us, that He is our strength...and that His strength is stronger than any we could muster up on our own. Bless you, sweet sister. Indeed, He is with you right now while you're working...bringing you just that perfect amount of strength and ability. Indeed He is going to bless you tonight with a special something, just for you - from His treasures. May you be complete in Him. Yes.
ReplyDeleteLove to you, a warm hug and the blessing of faith from one sister to another.
Yes, I will pray for you. Thanks for sharing what is happening in your life and letting us be a part of it.
ReplyDeleteI am praying the Peace of God for you tonight! And an easy uneventful shift.
ReplyDeleteI have already prayed for you and I will continue to throughout this night as He draws you to my mind. Your obedience inspires me. Blessings to you, Debbie
ReplyDeleteRosel,
ReplyDeletePraying for you my sweet friend and will continue! I have missed being here at your blog and am so happy to return!
Your love, prayers and support have been such a gift, a comfort and I praise God for you! Please know dear Rosel that the Lord how much you are loved by me and your Heavenly Father and many many others my friend! Your obedience inspires, you teach us daily and your love and encouragement bless countless people here at your precious blog!
May your feel the LORDs presence with you every hour and HIS strength, wisdom, and peace guide you every step of the way! As you return and read all your comments I pray the Lord washes over you with HIS love and as you rest your head and sleep may you know HE is ministering to your heart! PSALM 16
I love you my precious friend! Thank you so very much for being YOU ~ wonderful YOU
Dear one, Rosella, my prayers go up to Him who is able to do anything! (((((Rosella))))
ReplyDeleteRosella, Yes my dear blogging friend I will pray for you! May the Lord be with you during this uncomfortable situation.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless,
Ginger
Rosel,
ReplyDeleteI am sure you are home by now! But I want you to know that I lift you up in prayer regularly that God keeps you and protects you in your work for Him.
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
Love,
Christy
Floating is difficult; I used to float when I first taught. At least it's job security! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI always look forward to what you will share with us each week. I'm never disappointed. You have so many interesting experiences and it is wonderful to see how God is working through you. I know you are a blessing to each person you minister to in person. Thank you for being there for them and for each of us who follow you in blogland.
ReplyDeletePrayers and blessings,
Charlotte
Definitely praying that things would go well for you at work tonight and that God would use you in that place.
ReplyDeleteI find stepping outside of my comfort zone difficult. I'm so grateful that scriptures promises that I'm never alone, that the Holy Spirit is always with me.
Bless your heart, praying for wisdom , strength to endure and for your neck. You are precious in His sight and mine. Love, Cathy
ReplyDeleteI'm agreeing now in prayers. His presence surrounds you and His angels encamp around you.
ReplyDeleteHave a Blessed New Year dear one.
XOXO
Regina
By now you have finished your shift, but I still am praying for you and your original request b4 Christmas Eve. May God direct your paths and place you where He wants you to proclaim the good news of His gospel which you are eager to do. Empower her, Lord! To God be the glory, my dear sister. Love you!
ReplyDeleteI hope your shift went well. I'm praying for your neck.
ReplyDeleteI also posted something about the Great Commission on my blog :).
I know that uneasy feeling all to well. I had a panic attack every night when I worked at the Sheriff Dept as a dispatcher. I begged and pleaded for God to let me quit. Eventually I did, but I'm still wondering what His purpose was in that. How did it turn out!
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