One and half years ago, I wanted to be used for more, do greater things then 'just make money'. Sure you can do a lot of things for God with money, no doubt. But when I did an inventory of my spiritual gifts, I said wow, Lord, I have too many to NOT be doing more, DIRECTLY for You!
So, August of 2011 I applied to Summit, and started off with a great 'Theology' class. Each step of the way, each class, each book, each assignment, God has used to streamline the ministry He has equipped me for.
The little burden I had 2 years ago is now a full on ministry on it's way to be birthed...I am feeling the 'contractions'.
Needless to say that above my Bachelor's degree at CSUB, this time of equipping myself to do more for God is the best. The counseling classes have changed my perspective, my level of compassion, and my ability to listen. The leadership classes have changed my heart regarding what a leader is, does, and how they serve others. Jesus came to serve, NOT be served, and so I've gained a great servant's heart.
My focus has gone from how can I help my church be better to how can I reach the people who will NOT step foot in a church. I desire to reach the people who want God, but don't want the church. While that is a sad statement, it's reality for some....so instead of leaving them out to wander on their own, I am going out as a voice in the wilderness that God STILL has a plan for there life.
And yes, I have began to contemplate continuing on to earn a doctorate in Theology to be even greater educated on the Word and other things that will better equip me to be a better Bible teacher.
God's callings are irrevocable!
If all this all resonates with you, then email me at promojen@gmail.com. I have a special privilege of getting to help others plug into Summit to discover what their purpose is or get even better equipped to walk in that purpose and calling!
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