Five Minute Friday: Story
Today I am joining in the 5 Minute Friday where we are given a word prompt and write for just 5 minutes simply for the joy of writing. No editing or backtracking necessary. No need to be perfect. Just words freely flowing from my heart to yours.
Story
My story began a long time ago, before the foundation of the world. He knew me then. He had a purpose and a plan for my life. From the beginning of time, my days were numbered. He knows every hair on my head, every thought that crosses my mind, and the motives of my heart. And although I strive to play the perfect part, He is not looking for perfection. For He reminds me that with Him as the leading Man, my role is to be a help and support, so that His job is easier.
He is still writing my story. And I get to take part and watch it unfold. He directs my every step. He moves first and I follow. He tells me I have a very important role, a role that on one else can play in the story. Will I step out and play the role He has prepared for me? Will I make my mark in HIStory?
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One of the shorter writings I’ve done. I’m very tired tonight, can you tell?
Come join the fun. It’s not scary, I promise!
Short maybe, Barbie, but oh, so powerful!
Thank you my sweet friend!
Beautifully written. Love it!
Thank you Wendy!
Oh, yes, we “get” to take part. It’s a blessing and a gift. Lovely five minutes.
Thanks for stopping by Caroline!
Love this! New to your blog!
Nice to “meet” you Ashley!
Beautiful truth.
Thanks for dropping by Sandi!
Love it! “He had a purpose and a plan for my life.” Yes, each of our stories are full of purpose. Beautiful post my friend!
Love you my friend!
What a lovely post
Thank you Cassi!
Beautiful, Barbie! He leads, I follow. Thank you for this important reminder to my heart. I always enjoy your writing!
Hugs, sweet friend 🙂
Melanie
Thank you Melanie. I always love your visits!
You said it all, my friend.
“He is still writing my story. And I get to take part…” Only one who has accepted grace and redemption for what it truly is can say that. And the words flow off of you in 5 minutes time. Beautifully. 🙂
Thank you Nikki! You are such an encouragement to my heart.
I love the simple truth here…yes…He is writing our stories…from before the foundation of time…I too just want to step right into the story He is writing for me…have a restful weekend…blessings~
Thank you Ro elliott. So thankful the weekend is here. What part of the story will I play this weekend?
LOVE this, Barbie. HIStory is one of protection and blessings for you and your family. He is your shepherd and He loves you dearly. Don’t ever forget that.
Love you, sister!
~Rosann
Thank you Rosann. I’ve so appreciate your prayers!
thankful that each of our stories tells differently and yes, we play the main character like no one else can. Hope you get some rest today.
Thank you Shelly! Praying you have a beautiful weekend.
No, He is not looking for perfection…but sometimes I get hung up on trying to achieve it. Each of us play a unique role, thanks for the reminder!
Mary
http://memyselfandmercy.blogspot.com/
Me too Mary. Sometimes I just want to run and hide for fear that I am not doing it right. There is so much grace!
This is so true, Barbie. Funny, my post is telling the same story (see what I did there?!) – or hoping to – from a slightly different angle. It makes such a difference to know we’re not the centre of the story, doesn’t it?
Hope you wake up refreshed in the morning!
Hi Jennie! Thanks for stopping by. I’m heading over to read your post.