Psalms 118:8 says it is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. Even if that man or woman is yourself. Trust in the Lord. Seems like a simple request, but something that we all struggle with daily. For years, God told me to teach the youth and give them an educational foundation of right and wrong to be successful (Ezekiel 44:23). I ignored my purpose and for years went to do what I wanted. Yes, I got the promotions and the money, but I was empty inside. I was a DEAD WOMAN WALKING! Finally I prayed to God for understanding on why I felt empty and what do I need to do to fill the void. He reminded me of the calling he gave so many years ago. He told me that because I was out of line, nothing could grow inside. Because I was not fulfilling my purpose, all that I was asking God for, was put on the shelf.
God said you need to teach the children as instructed. I gave God every excuse of why I didn't want to teach and He said if I can't use you for my Purpose, what do I need you for? That opened my mind and heart to God and I was finally willing to make His Purpose my mission. ( 2 Timothy 1:9). I trusted God like never before to be my Jehovah-jireh. I started school and finished with an advanced degree in education. I left my employer of seven years with no income or gurantee of a teaching job. He made a way for me to be hired as a substitute teacher for the year and encouraged me to sharpen my skills. After countless interviews and many days and nights of prayer, I finally got a permanent teaching position. I didn't even interview, she just offered me the job after a light conversation! God deserves all the credit and praise for this journey. Even though I had hills and valleys, I learned my true purpose and other truths about God:
1. I learned to trust God with all my heart. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
2. I learned that God rewards obedience. (Isiah 1:19, Deuteronomy 4:30-31)
3. I learned that once we dedicate our purpose to God, he will make it happen. (Proverbs 16:3)
~LaTosha Pugh
God said you need to teach the children as instructed. I gave God every excuse of why I didn't want to teach and He said if I can't use you for my Purpose, what do I need you for? That opened my mind and heart to God and I was finally willing to make His Purpose my mission. ( 2 Timothy 1:9). I trusted God like never before to be my Jehovah-jireh. I started school and finished with an advanced degree in education. I left my employer of seven years with no income or gurantee of a teaching job. He made a way for me to be hired as a substitute teacher for the year and encouraged me to sharpen my skills. After countless interviews and many days and nights of prayer, I finally got a permanent teaching position. I didn't even interview, she just offered me the job after a light conversation! God deserves all the credit and praise for this journey. Even though I had hills and valleys, I learned my true purpose and other truths about God:
1. I learned to trust God with all my heart. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
2. I learned that God rewards obedience. (Isiah 1:19, Deuteronomy 4:30-31)
3. I learned that once we dedicate our purpose to God, he will make it happen. (Proverbs 16:3)
~LaTosha Pugh