Called and Capable!

A few weeks ago I was asked to play keys in the elementary school band this week for The Grove's 25 Year Celebration of Bible Time. My first thought was, "I can't... I've never played the keys, or the piano, or anything really." But, after praying about it, I felt like the Lord wanted me to say yes. I thought if I just dedicated a few minutes of practice in everyday, then I could totally do it, right? So I said yes. 

But, I had totally forgotten about the long road trips ahead of me.. I would have no access to a piano for a good 80% of the time leading up to Bible Time, and I was going to miss almost every practice. Why would the Lord call me to play the keys in front of so many kids if I couldn't even prepare? 

About 3 days before the last rehearsal, I was finally able to sit down and try to figure out the chords I was supposed to play. I honestly felt hopeless. I just needed to call them and tell them to find someone else. I'm just not a piano player. But once again, I was reminded that God called me to do this. I might embarrass myself and mess everything up... But I would do it, because I know God told me to. If I was going to play, God was going to have to help me. And I'm glad to say, that's exactly what He did. When I felt dumb and like I was going to be in the way, the other band members loved and encouraged me until I was able to learn my part. When I thought there was no hope in me learning the songs, the Lord guided my thought and my hands to focus on the task ahead of me. 

Tonight, after I played, I thought about Moses, and how God called him to go to Pharaoh and ask that he let the Israelites out of Egypt. Moses immediately thought God had made a mistake.. Remember, Moses had a speech impediment, and wasn't able to speak clearly. Yet, even through his weakness, God equipped Moses with the tools and guidance he would need to get the job done, and to lead the Israelites out of Egypt safely. 

I know you've heard it time and time again, but today, I just want to encourage you! When God calls you, He will equip you!  Don't be afraid to step out in faith when God has called you to do something! Trust Him and go after the goal with all your heart! He will provide your needs, whatever they may be. YOU are an important piece to God's big puzzle, and needs each of us to do our part! Not only are you called, but you are capable with the help of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. 

Beaming for Jesus,

Brooke Elaine <3

I Serve A Mighty God!

"You are Lord of Lords! You are King of Kings! You are mighty God, Lord of everything! You're Emmanuel! You're the great I Am! You're the Prince of Peace, who is the Lamb! You're the Living God! You're my saving grace! You will reign forever! You are ancient of days!! YOU ARE ALPHA, OMEGA, BEGINNING, AND END! YOU'RE MY SAVIOR, MESSIAH, REDEEMER, AND FRIEND! You're my Prince of Peace, and I WILL live my life for YOU!" 

"What a Mighty God we serve! What a Mighty God we serve! Angels bow before Him. Heaven and Earth adore Him. What a Mighty God we serve."

It's 2AM, and as I sit in the back seat heading home, I can no longer contain my worship! I know get this from my parents. Just like my mama, I get so excited about what God is doing that I start to act giddy and silly... And just like my daddy, I sit here in awe as my eyes pour tears of pure worship. It's a weird combination, but my goodness, I sure do love it when I feel so ON FIRE for Jesus! 

He has already done so much, and I know He's getting ready to do even more! I cannot thank Him or praise Him enough for just simply being Sovereign in my life! I pray right now that whoever is reading this will feel this same excitement, and share it with others. Isn't that what this life is all about anyways? Moments like these put everything in perspective for me. I know I may seem silly. But I really don't care. God is good, and I will never be ashamed to say that! 

Beaming for Jesus,

Brooke Elaine <3