My Confession
Posted by Tiffany Cooper
Today I have a confession of sorts or something like that. I love my life, I really do. My family is AMAZING. I never imagined I’d have such meaningful friendships. Living for God is my greatest honor. Being right in the middle of what God is doing through our church makes me feel privileged. And yet, there are moments when the price for this responsibility feels heavy.
I have had a few of these moments over the last couple of months. Although I am not one to sulk, I have to admit that these moments have momentarily zapped something out of me. Sometimes the responsibility and the sacrifices seem BIG.
But then I remember the price that Christ paid for me to live this life for Him. I think about the blessings that I don’t deserve. It’s in that moment that I choose to snap out of my self-pity and take a step forward through the hurt, disappointment and selfishness.
If you are feeling overwhelmed today, I am sending you encouragement. You are not alone in your feelings. Remember, God already knows what you are feeling and He is waiting to comfort you and help you move forward.
6 Responses to “My Confession”
Well since we’re confessing, I confess that I so relate. Sometimes the sacrifices seem sooo big … especially as the ministry grows. And even though I know and enjoy the strengths of my personality, I sometimes get caught in the weaknesses and feel like “Ministry would be so much easier if I were more _____ (fill in the blanks) and less _______ (fitb).” But, I know the trap of that type of thinking. So, like you said, I make the effort to refocus … refocus on His sacrifice that brought me the best news of my life, on how sooooo blessed my life is, on how I AM living my dream… the list goes on. The benefits so outweigh those costs that, yes, at times do seem burdensome. Thanks for sharing, Tiffany, and keeping it real. 
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Amen sister…thanks for sharing this!
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July 29th, 2010 at 8:19 pmI can relate even now as I move forward in ministry school and where God has already placed me in ministry. Sometimes I wonder if all the work is worth anything, and then I see God’s amazing hand print on something that I am a part of and I am reminded of His power, His grace and His favor that comes from doing what he has called me to do. It is overwhelming at times without a partner by my side but I know that He has all that worked out in His power, grace and favor too. ;~)
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July 29th, 2010 at 8:34 pmthanks for sharing this. I needed this soooo much today!
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July 29th, 2010 at 9:26 pmLadies, that’s what I love about this group. We can relate to one another with little explanation needed:-)
And-On the other side of the challenge is the greatest joy!!!
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Tiffany ~ This is why I love this site! Your post speaks to the heart of so many women connected to ministry. Often times we feel feelings but have a hard time expressing them through words. Thank you for your words today!:)
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