FMF…
There is a right time and place where opportunities happen. The key is will we take advantage of them? I kind of think that there are many that come along that we don’t even see.
I personally get down on myself when those God opportunities come along and it isn’t until after the fact that I realize I blew it, I didn’t seize the moment as they say. That’s when I could “kick myself” for blowing it.
How do we keep our eyes open especially to God opportunities and what are they? That covers lots of territory for sure.
Maybe it is a job opening or a mission trip that you might be interested in. Could be an everyday kind of thing like the last minute call to a friend for coffee. Just being at the right place at the right time is always a blessing.
I have found that on those days where I am really wanting more Jesus from the get-go, I ask Him first off to give me eyes to see those opportunities when they come along. Because we do so much better when we are looking for them than the just leaving it all to happenstance. Not that they aren’t a blessing as well, because they are!
- Seeking Him and asking Him every day to help you see God in all the circumstances that come your way can lead to exciting days!
- Preparing your heart to be the hands and feet of Jesus when an opportunity presents itself.
- And may I add, don’t turn away from one.
Sadly, I know it well when that happens. Immediately the Holy Spirit lets me know that I blew it. A couple of instances like that will turn your heart around!
This verse is such a good reminder for us…
” …always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,”
1 Peter 3:15 ESV
When I read that verse I just think of the possibilities when we say yes, we share, help or whatever it is the Holy Spirit is invoking us to do!
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Great post! I agree, I think opportunities are all around us. It makes a difference when we’re open to God and actively seeking them! Visiting from FMF #20.
Thanks Leslie. Sometimes it is just about being intentional about seeing the need rather than rushing by.
Having eyes to see/notice the opportunities is so key…I need to start every day asking God to give me vision. To see the opportunities – both the big ones and the small delights – that are in every day! Visiting from FMF…and first time at your blog, I believe. Nice to meet you:) Happy Monday!!
Thank you, Jennifer, for commenting. I like that “small delights”! I did the FMF a few years ago but then got busy tending to my momma who lived with us for over five years. Funny how you don’t expect that to take the extra time it did…I was blessed to have her with us. I am heading to your blog right now, great eye appeal! Blessings to you.