Have you ever thought, “Sheesh, I don’t think I really make that much of a difference?” First of all, STOP saying that! Now that I have your attention, take a look at how a small connection from Jenni lead to a major impact.
A few years ago, I got to know our FedEx driver for the greenhouse a little. He had his route changed last year, so I didn’t get to see him except when he delivered in our neighborhood.
Today, he pulled into the driveway, so I went out to say hi. The greenhouse is back on his route, but the gravel driveway was too sloppy for him to even try to deliver the plants he had on his truck. So he came to drop them off at our house. Above and beyond anything he had to do. He could have just brought them back to the hub as undeliverable due to conditions.
In chatting with him, he told me that last May he had half his lung removed (lung cancer). I told him that indeed he is a walking miracle, and God isn’t done with him yet.
The mission field does not have to be a faraway land. Sometimes, it’s a grocery store aisle, a parking lot, a greenhouse business…..and even a driveway.
When you invest into people, God can do amazing things. Listen to their stories, and share yours. Pray for people God places in your path….there is a reason. I may not be a mighty influencer or climbing the ladder of success, no title or business card. I’d rather be known as ordinary and available.
Well said, Jenni.
Be available. Go Make a Difference. Always run by faith!