Nobody’s Home
Sometimes God puts people and circumstances into my life to challenge me and push me out of my comfort zone.Β He is knocking on the door.Β Opening wide and saying yes to God means greater growth. On days like this, I wish I could hide under the covers though.Β I know it’s going to be uncomfortable.Β I hate uncomfortable.Β Don’t you?
On Monday nights, I am part of a Sisterhood hosted by Jen.Β Last week, Jen suggested that we vlog.Β Seriously?Β A video?Β Not me.Β No, sir.Β No way.
But today, in my car at a red light on the way home from work, I had a God moment.Β You know, those moments when God says, “Hey you, I have something to say.Β Think about this.”Β Yep. And, then, my Abba had a “p.s.” — psst…. you need to share it… on a video…. like the crazy girl told you to.
Really, God?Β Are you serious?Β Β Sigh.
Ok, here is the vlog.Β I had to pull my husband out of the garage to film it on my iPhone before I lost my nerve.Β You may notice his thumb passing through in the middle of your screen if you pay close attention (Sorry about that, we are amateurs at this vlogging business.)
“Be devoted to one another in brotherly love.
Honor one another above yourselves.”
Romans 12:10, NIV
Q4U:Β Do you have pesky people in your life that are hard to love?Β How do you answer the call to honor them? How do you “say yes to God”?
For 2013, my one-word focus is “Fruitilicious.”Β Check out what that means here.
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Lyli! YOU are awesome! So proud of you for stepping up to Jen’s challenge. And with a good word too :). Wonderful to hear your voice. So glad you shared this with me. π
Thank you, Laura. (Found your comment today residing in spam — not sure why). You made my day! π
Loved the video! AND it spoke to me in a big way as I have been avoiding 2 neighbors lately who have been very pesky. So thank u for your message and for being obedient. π Love u. xo
You are such a good friend. Love you
Love this, way to go! Stopping by from SDG, I may have to get brave and do a volg you all make it look easy!
You are so sweet, Katherine. Thanks for stopping by.
Oh, I am SO glad you did a vlog, too! And I love your husband’s thumb. Makes it real. π
Love your story, too. A great example of how to be fruitful. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, Lisa. I think the Lord used your vlog to nudge me a little this morning. You made it look less scary. π
You ROCK!!!! I am so proud of you and I think you are amazing and beautiful and I am just honored that I got to sit here and listen to you your thoughts from God!!!
Right back at ya, Jen. Thanks for the nudge… π
What a great first vlog. I haven’t tried that yet. You did a fabulous job. Congratulations. And your topic – excellent. Listening to the Holy Spirit. We don’t have to answer ever call but when we feel called to do it – and do it in obedience to the Spirit. Wow – wonderful.
Blessings,
Janis http://www.janiscox.com
Thanks, Janice. I really didn’t want to do it, but I did. Kinda crazy! π
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It was nice to see your face and hear your voice!! I miss you and your words of wisdom! I do have some (one in particular) hard to love people in my life. I will pray about how to honor her…Thanks for the encouragement!
Thanks for stopping by, Carmen. Miss you, too. π
Lyli, loved your message here and loved seeing YOU! Nice job on the vlog. π
Thank you, Theresa! (Found your comment in my spam today… not sure why you always land there. Bad WordPress!)
Great VLog! Yes, I’m tempted to dodge certain people. (Do you ever duck down an aisle at Walmart to avoid someone?) I avoided someone this week and have been feeling guilty ever since. It is just easier to go ahead and do what you know Jesus would do!
Oh, my! You really have me thinking — I must confess I have been guilty of avoiding a pesky person even at church sometimes. Ouch!
Enjoyed your vlog–you are braver than I:) There are so many times when I put myself before others, avoiding those who may annoy me or who may take too much of my time. So thanks for this!
It is so hard sometimes to put myself out there, but God is slowly teaching me. So glad you found my spot on the web!
Umm – yes!! This is something I struggle with, too. And isn’t it amazing how God put that verse on your heart? Thank you for sharing it with us. Also (most importantly!) I’m so glad you took the leap of faith and vlogged. What a treat to “see” you and know you just a bit better now π
Thank you, Courtney! I am learning that God speaks to me when I am driving with the radio on…. it’s my solo time with Him for the day.
I really enjoyed your message on the vlog. It really ministered to me. that those people sometimes we don’t want to deal with are people God puts in our lives and I am not showing honor avaoding them. It it really hit home. Thanks
I committed the verse to memory this year, Karen. It’s an area in which God is working on me “big time.”
Thanks, Lyli, for sharing your vlog on the blog hop. This verse keeps hitting me between the eyes lately and I appreciated your encouragement! Thanks!
Don’t you love it when God repeats Himself? π