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The Ride

I love when God speaks and I completely understand His side of the conversation. Lately, I’ve been praying for some things to shift into place. I want to walk through the right doors. Basically, I just want to make sure I’m in God’s will.

This week was kids’ camp week. For the first time in a long time, God gave me such a powerful word. He told me to quit worrying about the details. I’m not supposed to navigate this path He has set before me-He is. I simply need to enjoy the ride.

God also confirmed for me that the ministry He has called me into isn’t a destination but a journey. I have always known that I would work in ministry but didn’t have a specific role in mind. To that end, I have served in many areas including worship, administration, kids, and moreu. 

Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed. (Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭3‬ ‭NLT‬‬)i

Moving forward, I am once again reminded to let God control my direction. If I try to force an outcome, it will not grow and thrive into what He has in store for me. I’m turning it over to Him again and just enjoying the ride.

© Jill Cook and Unbroken & Undone Ministries.  All rights reserved.


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