I came into my store and ran into a regular customer. He told me that his mother is dying, and I could tell that he was hurting. I shook his hand and then impulsively hugged him. He hugged me back and for a brief moment we clung to each other, and then he left. In that moment The Lord spoke to me,"this is why you are here"
I believe that I've been given the heart of a pastor, and while I may not have a church or ever qualify to actually lead one I am a shepherd, a pastor all the same. I will not find happiness apart from this reality. I am here to be a blessing to others, comfort people when they are sad, lift up the downtrodden, teach the lessons taught to me by those wiser than I, and bring joy to others. I have no clue how it will all work out but I'm certain that seeking to cultivate a heart to serve others is a good start.
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