I had the opportunity to spend some time at Camp Norwesca, located in northwest Nebraska a few days ago. I love the camp for many reasons - the scent of pine, the fresh air, the singing birds, the wildlife that meanders through the camp, the open air chapel, and all the trails to hike - just to name a few. One evening as I was waiting for others to finish up in the chapel, I found a really dark area where I could look up and see the incredible stars. It was a very clear night and it looked like the stars were in 3-D. I was praying that God would speak to my heart that I was really supposed to be in ministry; becuase honestly there are still moments when I scratch my head and wonder why God chose me. I guess I was asking for some affirmation that I was really hearing God clearly. I continued to watch the stars and wait. I was overcome by the beauty of God's creation and the words from an old gospel tune came to me.....as I was looking at the night sky, stars winking at me, I whispered in praise and awe, "In the stars Your handiwork I see". I had no more finished whispering those words, when a shooting star blazed across the sky. God's gift to me - reminding me that I am His beloved and that I am doing what he's called me to do. I am thanking God for that gift of affirmation, given to me at just the moment I needed it. My words of encouragement to you for this day - is to look for God everywhere, because you never know where you might see Him.
Blessings,
Pastor Shanon
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