The second challenge of the year came November ’09 when I was asked if I’d consider a leadership role at Bible Study Fellowship. I have been attending BSF since September ’07 and had been praying since October ’08 for the Lord to use me and put me where He wanted. So, when I got the call I knew I had to say “yes” even though I had no idea what I type of leadership role I was being asked to take on. After more prayer and reading the Word I was given the opportunity to teach in the Under 2’s class which was brand new and had never been offered at BSF until now. As terrified as I was I knew God would supply me with everything I needed. And yes, I felt just like a deer in the headlights…Wow! So much to learn, so much to apply and not much time to get it right. I had about 5 weeks of training that included 30 mins each week of manual training and 2 1/2 hrs of hands on in classroom training that did not include any under 2’s! I was taught to rely on God’s provision in a practical way and one in which I never utilized so frequently, until now…
From my journal dated 01.26.10: ‘Day one under 2’s class – Lord as terrifyied as I should be I am instead filled w/a peace that is super natural. I know You are w/me and will help me today. Thank You for Sheril & Heather – bless & encourage their heart’s today – thank you for the volunteers, bless & protect them – Please calm & quiet the little ones as they’re in class today – May we deliever Your message w/love and may it go deep into their hearts and minds – Give me strength, quick recall and joy throughout the morning – May You be glorified.’
And from my devotional that morning…’Then God revealed His plan to Moses, a plan to bring the Israelites out of Egypt. So, when Moses asks God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh & bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” It comes from the Heart of one who has murdered & knows his guilt before God – instead he hears, “I will be with you – I am who I am.” This is the same ‘I am’ who calls you to serve Him today.’
‘God You are awesome! You meet me right where I am -You know my coming and going – You know everything about me – I praise You for Your great faithfulness – You are my God…’
Then I randomly open my Bible & see…
Psalm 127:3 – Children are a gift from the Lord, they are a reward from Him.
That first day was the beginning of many more just like it…God’s faithful provision each week was nothing short of miraculous. There were days where everything ran smoothly, days where everything was a bit chaotic and days where there was a little of both. Yet every day with those little lambs was a blessing – I wouldn’t trade any of them – not a one – for anything. I look forward to the next year and it’s challenges. I know that I will be in a different class with different co-leaders and I’m excited to see how God will work through me, using me as an instrument of faithfulness as I teach His word to other little lambs.
