So much joy comes from serving others. Just knowing that I can bless those around me by doing a few simple tasks is so fulfilling! I definitely think this is one of my spiritual gifts and I'm thankful for the opportunity to use it. I wonder how I'll be able to use this gift on the mission field?
It has been brought to my attention that upon coming here I had an unconscious expectation that I'd grow spiritually during my time here. However, I'm realizing that you must be intentional with seeking the Lord and applying His Word daily in order to grow spiritually; it doesn't just happen because you spend a couple months with missionaries. I've definitely learned a lot during my time here, but I'm not sure I've experienced spiritual growth. But clearly it's because I haven't been disciplined in spending extended amounts of time praying. I haven't delighted in God or His Word as I should. I feel as though I've spent much more time reading other books apart from His Word.
Thomas Hale has a great quote along these lines: "...All true mission work begins and ends with the Holy Spirit. We are merely instruments in his hands. Our call to service is from the Spirit; our choice of ministry is the Spirit's; and all our fruit is of the Spirit. If you forget everything else about being a missionary, at least remember this" (p. 338).
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