When I started in music ministry years ago, I didn’t do it because I wanted the world to hear my music.
I didn’t do it because I thought I had this amazing gift.
I was insecure (although I didn’t show it).
I was shy (but I worked through it).
I didn’t like my voice (but for some reason others were blessed).
I didn’t have any money, manager or record label.
I DID do it because I loved to make people feel encouraged and inspired and it was where I found God’s favor.
So in the middle of all the noise, distractions, disappointments and overwhelm, I did (and still do) seek to know and follow God’s plan for my life. Where His plan is… you will find favor.
What I DID have was an open door.
I didn’t have to force doors down. (You will have to ask sometimes and you will have to fight sometimes).
I didn’t have to beg someone to ask me to sing.
I simply followed the “star” and the doors that should have opened did and the ones that should have closed … closed.
i did have to overcome fear. I did have to take action. I did face disappointments. I did take responsibility for my own failure or success. I did have to grow and personally develop. But God never leaves us to figure it out by ourselves… never!
The question is…. are you open? Are you willing to learn from the past and grow?
The wise men followed a star. For you it may be a lamp unto your feet… a light to your path.
A connection. An unexpected opportunity. Are you ready for it or are you getting ready?
Yes, I love what I do.
Maya Angelou said, “You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. Don’t make money your goal. Instead, pursue the things you love doing and then do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off you.”
So for 2010, stop struggling to make your way. Refocus and reinvent… and follow the star.
Wise men (and wise women) still seek Him.
The re-invention continues….
You matter,
Alvin
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You know we love you and we are always learning from you still.
God bless all your hand turns to do in sincerity of heart.
K
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Thank you so much for this, this article comes at a time in which I am having to simply walk by faith and not by sight pertaining to my gift. I have a passion in helping divorcees and their families. Thank you for writing this. This blessed me. May God bless you and your household.