My Weakness and God's Strength

“Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth.  But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.  God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things -- and the things that are not -- to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before Him.  It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God -- that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption.”  ~ 1 Corinthians 1:26-30

As I heard God’s call and considered serving at His Mansion, I sometimes questioned myself: my knowledge, strengths, and abilities.  I wondered how I could possibly handle the situations I would be facing this coming year.  The longest I’ve ever been away from home is two weeks, I’m only eighteen years old, and I have no experience with the issues these residents are facing.  Why would God think I’m capable of this?  But I know it’s not about my knowledge, strengths, and abilities.  It’s about letting go, giving God control, and allowing Him to work through me.  Only then will I succeed.  Like the verse above says, by human standards the Corinthians weren’t wise, influential, or of noble birth.  But God took their foolishness, weaknesses, and lowliness and turned them into something extraordinary.

Yesterday I arrived at His Mansion, and so far I’ve had a lot of free time to settle in and learn the rules.  Things are a little overwhelming right now, but I know as time goes on it’ll get easier and more clear.  On Sunday I start a week long training course that will help prepare me for my time here.  After that, I’ll start my duties as a mentor.  I’m excited to share my experiences this coming year and I hope you’re just as excited to hear about them!