That is what my roommate, Ellenor, tells her preschoolers. Hilarious and sad because I, Maggie Nunnelly, need to hear that.
I had to take the little green Malibu to the shop last week. I prayed for small problems BUT they weren't so small after all. I actually told the guys at the car shop that they would pray to Jesus and I would pray to Jesus and it would all be fine. Well, I did a lot of praying and you know what? It is fine. $930 is more than anyone wants to pay for repairs. Especially on their birthday. I did a lot of griping and complaining to my mom (and a few others), I will not lie. HOWEVER, this is how I really feel when it all comes down to it:
God has provided for my every need and most of my wants before and after my move to the west coast. Why would he stop now? He takes care of the birds, how much more will he care for me? He has provided me with an excellent job where I not only am able to pay my bills but I have been able to save a chunk of money. Right now there are people without work, there are children that are hungry, there are people in Haiti buried, there are people with major illnesses. Who am I to sit around and pout about dipping into my nice little savings account? I am so thankful that at the age of 22 I am able to pay cash for car repairs, that I have a roof over my head, a great job, people that love me in the south and in San Diego, good health and so much more!
I have always been a firm believer that if you give, God will bless you x10. Right when I was having all of these car problems I got an email from compassion international asking that I donate to help provide relief in Haiti. My immediate thought was,"Nope, sorry God. Do you know how expensive these repairs are? Can't give. Sorry." You know what? My money is not my own. God has provided for me and I would be a huge jerk to hoard my money just because of some car problems. It is such sweetness to my soul to see what God will do with my obedience. You should try it too. God won't leave you hanging. Give because He gave. Whether it is giving to your neighbor, the homeless man on the corner, people who need clean water or those suffering in Haiti. Give. Give your time, your money, your talents, your heart. You will be blessed and you will be taken care of. Plus, it is a much happier way of life. My nice job, savings account, people that love me and good health is nice and all but a little too comfortable. Therefore, I try to make the most of what I'm given. Jesus, I really do want my life to count but sometimes it is so hard to keep things in perspective.
Mom, thank you for listening to me gripe, complain, cry and pout. I know it doesn't really make your day or anything but it really makes mine. I am so glad that you care and that you have helped me handle tough situations. I am so glad that you also know my true heart even when I'm complaining. That you don't judge me, that you still have hope for me, that you encourage the good in me. Thank you, from the very bottom of my heart. Growing up would be way worse without you here to help me do it.
Big things are happening at Elevate in San Diego. Check out this video of highlights from our first year. We are really looking forward to year two!
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