Higher Purpose

Do you ever feel selfish? Like you are putting too much emphasis on things that you should not? I’m sure you’re probably wondering where I am going with this!

Here, let me explain!....
Do you ever get overwhelmed by things that people say about you or to you? Especially things that couldn’t be further from the truth!? Does it creep into your thoughts during the day? Does it make it uncomfortable for you to be around that person?

I had a couple of experiences in KY that left me feeling completely hurt. Some individuals who didn’t like the way that I was doing my job (not because I was not doing it right or to the best of my ability) made some accusations and hurtful comments about my character and integrity. These words and comments that where untrue, made it a very painful time and made it very hard to do my job. Every time those individuals were around me, I would feel so uncomfortable. It was a really tough situation to deal with. I really let it get to me and infect me.

When I go to God with situations like this, I always come away with the same response (here’s where the “feeling selfish” comes in). Jesus had people who made false accusations about His character and integrity every day of His life. He was constantly being ridiculed and called a liar and a fraud. He was beaten, spat upon, and eventually hung on a cross!..........How did Jesus handle himself? He didn’t wallow in self pity, and he certainly did not let it affect His JOB! He continued on, doing what He knew God put Him here for. He had a higher purpose!

So, what do I come away from this time with God with?.....yep, that feeling of being selfish. There are so many things out there that are bigger than what I am going through. I was put here with a higher purpose, and letting these things get in the way of doing all I can for God, is not the way to go! God wants me to put these things aside. He understands I am hurting (He went through the same things, and even more), but I hear Him say, “Don’t let it weigh you down. Forgive, as I have forgiven. You are here for a reason, my child. I have a higher purpose for you.”

I truly hope this helps you if you are going through a situation that is similar to the ones I have had. It is not an easy task, but I promise you, you come out the other side feeling a weight lifted off of you like you can’t believe. Just give the situation to God. Forgive those individuals and concentrate on your higher purpose! Don’t let it affect the JOB we have to do for God.