Everyday Blessings

8:30. A time normally reserved for a large office desk, the smell of coffee, and morning pastries, people talking in hushed tones, waiting for their boss to start the "morning meeting."
So there we we're, gathered in a circle, with an acoustic guitar, singing out to the God that we love. Our boss leading us in prayer and worship, interceding on behalf of the city of Tijuana, and spending time in the presence of God. As I stood there, singing and praying, looking around at our staff, I was in awe. I starting realizing how blessed I am, how fortunate I am, and how grateful I am to have the life and the job that God has given me. As I began to thank God for all that he has blessed me with, I began to hear the voices of people praying in German, Spanish, and in English. The sound moved me, it touched me, something stirred deep within me. Three languages in the same place all praying, all worshiping the same God. A Mexican and a German reading the same sheet of music so they could sing in the same language, a girl on her knees in a moment with God, and hands raised in praise... This is our morning meeting.
Yes I work at a desk most days. Yes I file papers, I send emails, I enter numbers into accounts, but the work is for Christ. It is work that is serving to further his kingdom and help people in need. Where else can your morning start out like this at work? Where else can I have an hour with God before I start my desk job? I thank God that I get to be a part of this. I am grateful that I have a normal job, but a job that is ABnormal in so many ways. I am also thankful that you all can be a part of this experience. Being with me in prayer and spirit, in encouragement and support, in love. Thank everyone for enabling me to do this work. I pray that God would richly bless your lives as he has blessed mine, and that you would be open to receive what he has for your life. I pray for your continued support, and for God to be evident in your life.
Your friend in Christ,
Nolan C.