Yesterday, I had the pleasure of participating in our local Word Weaver’s workshop, Getting Ready for Conference.
Cynthia Owens did a great job pulling the workshop together, along with her trusted instructors Marcia Moston, Mary Denman, Edie Melson, and Lynn Blackburn. Sue Stout, Carolyn Knefely, and Bruce Brady served faithfully behind the scenes. It was a true team effort.
From the get-go, we were reminded of this scripture: We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. Proverbs 16:9 (NLT)
Remember the popular saying “let go and let God?” I wonder if some of us “let go” a bit prematurely, forgetting our responsibility in fulfilling God’s plans for our lives. (You mean letting go doesn’t include Junior Mints and a nice comfy couch, while resting on God’s promises?)
Marcia reminded us that our responsibility includes being prayerfully sensitive to God’s Spirit, while continuing to work hard at honing the skills we believe God gave us, trusting He will use them for His glory…in His ways…and in His timing. Now that’s letting go!
Love that Edison quote – so TRUE! You're so blessed to be in such a great group of encouraging writer friends 🙂
I couldn't agree more, Susan! I thank God often for this group. 🙂
I'm so sorry I had to miss it. I've heard great things about it and am thankful it went so well. 🙂
Believe me, Vonda, you were missed — but I have a feeling we'll do this again in the future. It was a great success. 🙂
I love Edison's quote! I hate that I was out of town for the workshop but it sounds like the information shared was invaluable.
We missed you too, Allison!!
Well, sometimes…it means junior mints and comfy couches! Great follow up quote. Blessings, lady
You just made my day, Marcia! 🙂 Thank you again for your presentation at the workshop. Two days later, your words are still swirling around in my mind — and heart.
Wish I could've been there. I love how Marcia described our relationship with God and how it applies to our writing. Especially that God will use our efforts to glorify him in HIS ways and HIS timing. Important to remember when we're discouraged.
Ellen, I wish you could have been there too. It wasn't the same without you. 🙂