tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post5786356282462441303..comments2023-07-19T09:38:59.589-05:00Comments on My Nuggets of Truth: You're Not a Gap FillerErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-44017686406874660002011-11-16T08:25:38.682-06:002011-11-16T08:25:38.682-06:00Jenn,
You are so right! Sometimes we just need to...Jenn,<br />You are so right! Sometimes we just need to be still and just listen for Him!!! Then other times, we need to move and get involved. I always love when you stop by and share your thoughts.<br />You are a blessing to me! Love you!<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-61268782722821847302011-11-15T16:36:36.063-06:002011-11-15T16:36:36.063-06:00Another beautiful post Erin! I think for a lot of...Another beautiful post Erin! I think for a lot of us life goes in cycles. There are times when we are energized and feel that we are doing exactly what God intends for us to do. But then there are other times when we feel lost and confused, with nothing pulling us in any particular direction. Someone said something wonderful to me once. She said, "You know, you don't always need to be moving forward. Sometimes you get credit just for keeping your head above water." <br /><br />I think perhaps God intends these periods of uncertainty to be restorative for us. Maybe these are our times to step back and let others take the wheel for a while... and to just sit with God and appreciate where we are. I think if we could all learn to use these times for healing and rest instead of trying to figure out what we're supposed to do, we could be more content in general. Then, when our next inspiration does come, we'll not only be ready, but rested and ready to take on a new challenge. <br /><br />I say this because I struggle with this as well. I always want to be "on to the next thing." And I have to remind myself that sometimes God wants us to just be, and to be content. Because true fulfillment comes not from worldly accomplishments and positions (although accomplishments are wonderful), but instead from our relationship with God. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing something we all struggle with, and for sharing your uplifting message as well. I love how you said, "You are God's answer to something." I think I'm going to put that on a post-it and stick it to my bathroom mirror for when I'm feeling down! What a wonderful nugget of truth! <br /><br />Love you hon! Blessings, JennMisadventures in Motherhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733618217432605890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-3610288626925435232011-10-28T20:44:44.142-05:002011-10-28T20:44:44.142-05:00Why, thank you, TJ!! I believe I will...preach it...Why, thank you, TJ!! I believe I will...preach it!<br />Hugs,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-15231825470041243292011-10-28T19:13:28.672-05:002011-10-28T19:13:28.672-05:00My favorite line: "You are God's answer ...My favorite line: "You are God's answer to something!" That is good stuff right there. Preach it, sister! =)TJhttp://peanutbuttercupmoment.tumblr.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-21095280359429400172011-10-28T13:58:00.529-05:002011-10-28T13:58:00.529-05:00You have a very powerful ministry, Rosann! And yo...You have a very powerful ministry, Rosann! And you are eqipped for it. He equips those He calls! What you are doing to encourage and inspire moms is a much needed ministry! You go, girl!!!<br />Love you,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-2942656888696800362011-10-28T13:46:49.743-05:002011-10-28T13:46:49.743-05:00I love the way God led me, during one of my most p...I love the way God led me, during one of my most painful storms, to start writing a blog about my faith journey. Little did I know, my little ol' blog would later be referred to by family and friends as a ministry. It was then that I realized my writing is no longer about my own healing, but rather about reaching out to others and offering encouragement. I'm hardly equipped to carry the responsibility of running my own "ministry" but apparently God's plan is just that. So for now, I'm just going with it...writing out of obedience and because it's my passion. <br /><br />I love this post! <br /><br />~Love you,<br />RosannAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10594967600495492941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-78750859924518567852011-10-28T11:41:19.357-05:002011-10-28T11:41:19.357-05:00Thank you, Susan. I appreciate it so much when yo...Thank you, Susan. I appreciate it so much when you stop by!<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-27080909445738500422011-10-28T11:39:17.786-05:002011-10-28T11:39:17.786-05:00Much needed advice for all. Thanks for continuous...Much needed advice for all. Thanks for continuous nuggets that you share with the Body of Christ, Erin.<br />SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-44454970585422749252011-10-27T09:45:38.681-05:002011-10-27T09:45:38.681-05:00Tracy,
I always love hooking up with your blog. Y...Tracy,<br />I always love hooking up with your blog. You are such an inspiration. You always bless me.<br />Thank you for visiting here!<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-54553493806944152082011-10-27T08:54:08.773-05:002011-10-27T08:54:08.773-05:00Hi Erin - I love this, especially the bit your pas...Hi Erin - I love this, especially the bit your pastor said "There are no gap fillers here. Every single one of you has a unique purpose and plan for your life." Thank you, Erin for linking up with me on winsome wednesday. I appreciate it and your encouragement. God bless and look forward to seeing you there next week.<br />TracyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-52888220731447933752011-10-26T22:48:22.708-05:002011-10-26T22:48:22.708-05:00Maria,
You are so sweet. Thank you for those kind...Maria,<br />You are so sweet. Thank you for those kind words. I do believe that part of my calling is to exhort and encourage people! Thank you for confirming that!<br />Love you, sister!<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-61124168520824379742011-10-26T22:16:00.104-05:002011-10-26T22:16:00.104-05:00such an encouraging post, erin. i think being a g...such an encouraging post, erin. i think being a good listener to friends...anyone who really needs someone to just pour their heart out to, really can make such a difference in people's lives. sometimes it is the smallest of acts that can change it all for someone. you certainly have found so many wonderful callings and i love all that you share.<br />wishing you a happy thursday <3<br />thank you so much for your beautiful words!<br />xoxo<br />mariaMariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16432802762915252080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-45647173260755409362011-10-26T21:59:32.303-05:002011-10-26T21:59:32.303-05:00You're so right, Chelle. I'm excited to s...You're so right, Chelle. I'm excited to see what God will do next in our church. And you are right that you just have to try. Can't sit around waiting for things to happen.<br />Hugs & blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-76501419231074345522011-10-26T21:42:21.737-05:002011-10-26T21:42:21.737-05:00Hi Erin~Another church merged with ours this past ...Hi Erin~Another church merged with ours this past year. It has been good! I agree we all have something the Lord has made us for. Sometimes you just have to try things until you find the right one.<br />Blessings to you...ChelleReformed rebelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00223763504256286702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-56351835961100046702011-10-26T19:58:00.554-05:002011-10-26T19:58:00.554-05:00Heart n Soul,
Thank you so much for stopping by! ...Heart n Soul,<br />Thank you so much for stopping by! I think this merge is going to be wonderful. I'm excited about all the new friends I'll be making.<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-88909370614050136722011-10-26T18:09:10.092-05:002011-10-26T18:09:10.092-05:00Great post, a merge is never easy and knowing that...Great post, a merge is never easy and knowing that it doesn't change what we are called to do is really empowering. All things work together for good :)Heart n Soulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03233699754317590360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-61835133148102879632011-10-26T16:24:29.765-05:002011-10-26T16:24:29.765-05:00Heidi,
That is so right on!! We can never just si...Heidi,<br />That is so right on!! We can never just sit around doing nothing, waiting for God to speak to us. There's plenty to do for the Kingdom!<br />Thank you so much for sharing with us here!<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-33931955054496261082011-10-26T16:23:04.941-05:002011-10-26T16:23:04.941-05:00Mary,
You are very tender to the leading of the Lo...Mary,<br />You are very tender to the leading of the Lord. I know you follow His voice and walk in His ways. You are precious!<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-19939451188502597252011-10-26T15:07:16.674-05:002011-10-26T15:07:16.674-05:00I love the encouragement to dig in somewhere... of...I love the encouragement to dig in somewhere... often He doesn't reveal our purpose and our place to us until we're right in the middle of it! If we do nothing we might not figure it out. Great post... prayers for your changes ahead :)Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12591157899056614985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-60836061147146758092011-10-26T13:44:18.523-05:002011-10-26T13:44:18.523-05:00I used to dream of doing big things, like helping ...I used to dream of doing big things, like helping senior citizens or children in need. However, the Lord has shown me that being a good mother and a good wife is as important. I need to be faithful in doing what he has assigned me to do at this point of my life. Perhaps when my children are older, the Lord will lead me to do something different. Thank you for the reminder again. You have been such a blessing in my life. MaryAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-45554143883493925862011-10-26T13:16:30.216-05:002011-10-26T13:16:30.216-05:00Thank you, Susan, for always edifying and encourag...Thank you, Susan, for always edifying and encouraging! I'm so glad you stopped by!<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-27971100535636218212011-10-26T13:15:45.940-05:002011-10-26T13:15:45.940-05:00Much needed advice for all. Thanks for continuous ...Much needed advice for all. Thanks for continuous nuggets that you share with the Body of Christ, Erin.<br />SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-31241770885238413832011-10-26T12:54:58.429-05:002011-10-26T12:54:58.429-05:00Angie,
I'm so glad you stopped by and shared w...Angie,<br />I'm so glad you stopped by and shared with us! That is so true, wherever we are, we are jars of clay!!<br />Blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-28757318282229290742011-10-26T12:40:57.719-05:002011-10-26T12:40:57.719-05:00Yes, Erin! All of us are called to shine in the pl...Yes, Erin! All of us are called to shine in the place where God has set us. The pastor of a church is not the only one with the Truth to proclaim. We do so by Jesus living His life through us in the classroom, in Kroger, in the coffee shop, or at the kitchen table. "But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us." 2 Corinthians 4:7<br /><br />Blessings on you, my sweet sister! :-)Angie Battlehttp://fromrooftops.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8488152270326221518.post-36004497680098295362011-10-26T11:39:52.517-05:002011-10-26T11:39:52.517-05:00Thank you, Jacqueline, for your kind words! And.....Thank you, Jacqueline, for your kind words! And...you are NOT a gap filler!<br />Hugs & blessings,<br />~ErinErinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03697110369952312067noreply@blogger.com