God chose ME?

I have always wanted to go in to the mission field, even when I was little I thought it would be great to live in a far away country and tell the world about Jesus, help the poor and needy and love orphaned children. Even at a time when I wasn't walking closely with God, I wanted to go do missions! I am all about a cause, whatever cause is on my heart at the time (which, for those that know me... I have had several). I have some friends going in to the mission field and I have a best friend in Africa with the peace corps. I can't help but be a little jealous of them... really living out and helping.

I was sort of mulling over this the other day and it hit me. I AM living it out.
This is my ministry right now:

Tough calling, right?! I know it might sound weird to some but I don't view Isaiah as a "mission field," but I do have a ministry in my own son. I am called to raise him up to love others, have a world perspective, be compassionate, love God and so much more. Especially in our society, this is a battle. It takes prayer, fighting, strength and perseverance.

I can't believe God would choose me.

You see, I was the one chosen to be a mom to Isaiah. It was perfectly orchestrated (and a complete surprise nonetheless). God knew that Joel and I would be the best ones to parent this unique child. Even though I have no idea what I am doing most of the time and I feel like I could be at my wits end some days, I was made for this.

To help him grow, learn and love

Although I have such a heart for impoverished countries and would love to go overseas someday and help, there are needs everywhere. There are broken people here in our backyards. There are organizations here that need our financial help, prayers, volunteering and support. There are elderly people that need someone to talk to. There are children to focus on and raise up to a higher standard of love and compassion. I want to be willing to go wherever to do whatever whenever; whether it's a different country, our backyard or in the messy bedroom down the hall of our 2 year old son.

I might sometimes be viewed as "just a suburban mom", but it's SO much more than that. I have been called to this right now as my ministry. God chose ME for this! I couldn't be more thankful...