Soon after I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ I wanted to sing. I would sing doing the dishes, running the vacuum, whatever I was doing, I would be singing. My children would ask me to sing to them each night after our bedtime prayers. Singing was a way I expressed the gratitude I have towards God for giving me another chance. Oh, how I loved to sing.
It was only when I realized this wasn't just a love of mine, it was a calling. My thoughts were, Oh Lord, I can't do this! I have no schooling. I have no knowledge of music. I was simply clueless! I was so afraid. Every time I would doubt my calling, God would assure me to trust Him for He would pave the way.
Many times I would become so discouraged that I would nearly walk away from my calling. Friends and family would giggle and make fun. There was little encouragement from those I loved. But, each and every time I felt like giving up, God would give me a new song, or the phone would start ringing with invites to come sing somewhere.
God has always been my encourager and as He promised, He has paved the way.
Answering the call is still a struggle but, I have learned God is in control. He's the one who made the call. I just answered. I have more faith in my calling now. I have confidence that as long as I make this ministry all about Him, He will continue to pave the way.
Isn't it funny how when we do something just for the love of doing it how great it is? We never think of it as a task. It's just a way of life. But when it becomes a calling it's almost like as if it becomes a burden. I often think back on the days when I was a young Christian and how I wanted everybody to hear me sing. I loved singing so much I didn't care if I was any good or not. I just wanted to sing for Jesus and let the whole world know how much I loved Him.
Though times have changed and I'm more mature I still love to sing. I must admit that I sing best when it's just me and Jesus. I may never be a top 10 name on a chart but I know in Heaven, my name is recorded and that Jesus is preparing me a place where I can sing for Him throughout eternity. I'm glad I answered the call!
*Romans 8:28*
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love
God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Until next time; Chin up ~ Journey on!
Sharron Kay
http://www.songsofsharron.com
Author: AGM
| Author's Website: http://absolutelygospel.com/
Written: 10/01/2006
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Category: Sharron Kay King
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Keep on singing sista. The Lord Is My Best Friend is such an amazing song. It will be singing to me in my heart for years to come. It is like Amazing Grace...you never get tired of that.
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