A chubby, dark skinned young boy. Now a talented slim young man out to conquer the world with his talents.
A very skinny boy, quite tall for his age. Known for his naughty antics and jokes. Now pursuing information technology and becoming an expert in lighting and sounds.
A broody, silent young lad. Now a confident young man pursuing a career to help heal people.
A chinky, cute young woman. Now called to minister to young people while carrying on with her profession in dentistry.
A young girl who made me an accountability partner in her pursuit of purity. Right now, she is a student of arts and very much excelling.
I remember each one them. I remember that in little ways, I ministered to them. I do not know if they remember me. Maybe just a little. Maybe they do not.
I often wonder. Especially at times when I think that whatever I have done and am still doing seems futile.
But then, I get assured that all I have done for God will not be in vain.
When I see that young lad jump for joy as he sings worship songs. When I marvel on how the self-assured young man lead a meeting with people older than he. When I see that young lady remain to her desire to be pure. When I see the still lean young man raise his arms in praise songs and cry out unabashedly to his Lord. When I see that young woman with a disciple of her own.
I got reminded also that many years ago, I did think that I ministered to them. Yet, in reality, they also ministered to me to. They were the ones who prompted me to remain true to the cause. I never wanted to be a counterfeit example. I want to be genuine to the core.
There are many years yet to come. Give and take, around 50 years or so.
If only I could make a difference in one, just one life, for each of those 50 years, I would count myself blessed.
3 comments:
Our labor in the Lord is not in vain. :) I'm not surprised you have made a difference in these people's lives. You are one selfless person.
God honors the noble desires of our hearts. I'm sure He will honor yours. :) Keep on doing good, Jen.
I've always wanted to do something like that but I don't think I have the patience for it. I admire your patience and dedication to those kids. I pray that you have the fortitude to continue doing God's good work.
Thanks Beng. As I mentioned, as I encouraged them, I get encouraged too. In many ways, they help me survive. It makes life worth living. :- )
Hey Swipe! Thanks for the prayers. I need a lot of those. I have moments that I run out of patience and sometimes dedication is not enough. But one kid at a time makes it easier. :- ) You should try it. Sort of like a medicine to the soul. :- )
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