My Point in the Wall

Written by Doris Douma Born

We are in the middle of a “Real Marriage” conference here in New Brunswick. It is a really small group … BUT we are having a blast! As you can imagine, in a small group there is a lot of interaction and laughter.

On the way here today, I was reading Nehemiah about the Jews re-building the wall. My attention was caught by the details. Different families were allocated to various low points in the wall and it was recorded which family repaired each gate. Each family was designated to a section and they did what they needed to do. I felt that God was telling me that I needed to be faithful in my part of the ministry. My ‘part’ of the wall may be just a small part, but I want to be involved where God puts me, and I want to do it well.

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I was glad that God prepared me in this way, because when we arrived we were told just how small this group was … four couples!

I love what we do, and I love the travel but I still find it hard to leave my kids behind. I love being mom, and I know that the days of having my teenagers at home are dwindling. So, when I first heard about the small group I found myself thinking that “does this really justify leaving my kids for 12 days?”

But immediately God reminded me of the wall. I know that I am right where God wants me to be. This is a small group today, but I know that the size of group is irrelevant. The material we present has the potential to be life changing. And … every life counts.

So, we are making a difference; where ever God puts us and to whomever God brings us. I want to be faithful with the message that he has given us.

Besides … In Nehemiah one of the families were assigned to rebuilding the “Dung Gate”. Can you imagine?

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Originally posted on dorisdoumaborn.wordpress.com . Used with permission.