As I was driving my kids to school this morning my daughter
asked if she could tell me a story. Now, at 7 years old there’s only so far
these stories normally go and they usually end the same however, this morning I
felt a whisper from the Holy Spirit to really hear. As I listened to her
story I was well aware that this story was exactly what God wanted me to hear
today. I would love to share this with you!
A story from my Leilani:
“There was a little girl and she was really great at a lot
of things. People always told her she was great and she liked it. She could
sing, dance, act and was great at anything she did. One day she decided she
wanted to do a show for her family and friends because she was so wonderful at
so many things. She practiced and worked really hard. On the day of the show
she did everything amazing and was so excited at the end when she took a bow for
her friends and family but she didn’t hear a single applause or cheer. She didn’t
understand and was confused until she looked up and looked to see why and then
she noticed that during her entire show she forgot one single thing…..to open
the curtain!”
Isn’t it funny how we all get caught up into thinking we are
skilled, gifted or purposed at something when others applaud us? If we don’t keep
our focus on God we begin to think it’s all about us and that we don’t need
anyone’s help! How great would it have been if this little girl allowed her friends
and family to be part of the show and depend on someone she trusted to open up
that curtain!
The great works we do are nothing if we do not include
others in the progress and if we forget to open the curtain what is it all for?
Do you have people in your life helping you improve your story? People that
hold the crucial role of opening up the windows and doors of your life for
others to see the wonders God has done? God created us for community and one
talented person will never go as far as a group of talented people! So invite your
friends to the beautiful story you are writing and make it a beautiful show for
all to see!
Thank you to my little Leilani for the story that opened my
heart today! And thank you Holy Spirit for your quiet prompting whispers!!!
