Blessings Notebook (Ephesians 1)
Pathway Points
Stepping Up for Jesus
This past week, Pastors Eric and Jeff started a message series on
Ephesians. They started us out in the first chapter with a sermon titled “Who
We Are.” Personally, I loved it because I fought long and hard through my
depression to answer the question, “Who am I?” Of course, you don’t have to
have depression to ask that question, but for me, floundering around without an
answer certainly made the depression worse.
Initially, I kept looking to the world for an answer to that
question. I was Debbie’s daughter; I was the smart kid; I was a math teacher; I
was Scott’s wife. I tried all kinds of labels, but eventually, each one fell
apart. I guess I shouldn’t have been surprised. I was a Christian. I knew that
we lived in a fallen world. Of course, it would disappoint.
Finally, I realized that the answer had to come from somewhere
else. That’s when Ephesians 1v4-5 suddenly made sense to me. I am a Chosen Child of God. He chose
me. He adopted me. He’ll never disappoint!
You are also a Chosen Child of God! Today, I want you to answer the
question, “Where have you seen God at work?” If he chose you, if you’re his
child, he must be involved in your life. No parent adopts a kid and then walks
away! Start a blessings notebook and get to know this amazing parent that chose
you and adopted you. If you use social media, post a daily blessing there and
tag me (Facebook--Monica Lebsack or Instagram--Monica
Lebsack). I’d love to see
how God is working in your life!
Stepping up with you in His strength!
Monica Lebsack
Creative Ministries Director