By JenRene Owens

It’s not a coincidence this blog began on a very important day in history. Dreams have purpose. Especially really BIG ones. On this day long ago a very special man, Martin Luther King was born. His thoughts and words and inspiration left an impression upon a nation of people. He gave people hope when hardship, pain and hope was at its lowest.
I have always been impressed by Martin, and even as a child I admired him, but didn’t quite understand His motivation. As an adult, I get it. When you have a call on your life to fulfill your purpose and your purpose is very similar to what Moses’ call was – that all people deserve freedom, value and the right to maintain their dignity and value – and do not deserve bondage… your purpose LEADS YOU. It’s not so much a choice anymore. It’s a call. The good thing is, dreams come true, miracles happen and your faith extends beyond your ability to see. You walk by FAITH and not by sight. (2 Corin. 5:7) There are some motivations that travel way beyond the essence of who we really are. If we can just learn to acquiesce (yield with out protesting) to the ‘Spirit’’s guidance. some things we won’t have to “do”. The Holy Spirit can just triumphantly rejoice through our deeds, alone.
I have been here. I have had a few Moses’ in my life that have led me “through” some Red Sea Situations. I know for a fact, that I wouldn’t be working even on this dream (of writing & publishing my first book) unless a Moses or two helped me to see a lil clearer, smile a bit bigger, and pray with me through my storms – just like Martin did with others. (Hmmm…. maybe Moses’ somehow produce more of their own kind… what a thought! My struggles have definitely given me more motivation to lead others out of bondage and desperation.)
(A deep and hearty shout out (and Amen!) to all the Campbell’s, Thompson’s, Williams, Johnson’s, Aversa’s, Jackson’s, Cox(es), Fudges, Owens(es)~ who were there for others – and me – during the very deep seas of life… and I’m certain there were many more…don’t worry I have a whole blog to mention you…) Smile.
So take a moment to notice the ‘Moses’ in your life and thank God for them. Selah.
And thank you… Martin.
Come back again soon.
BeBeau
January 15th, 2010 at 10:56 AM
Here's toasting your current dreams and those to come.
I personally think you have been a Moses to many of your sisters and brothers just being the hopeful, grounded and spiritual person you are.
Love Bert
Ms. Connie
January 15th, 2010 at 1:26 PM
I was doing some reading and stumbled upon a verse of scripture that most church goers are all too familiar: a woman which had an issue of blood for twelve years, came behind Him and touched the hem of His garment. Now, the script right before that one is the one that caught my attention and bought me to tears. (Mat 9:18 & 19) While He was speaking a man came to Him and his daughter was dead. He left what He was doing (speaking with the disciples, and Pharisees) and "followed" the man with the "dead daughter". Yep that guy was in a Red Sea situation alright! So if He would follow someone to go raise a person from the dead, surely He can find me in my situation, touch me, and make me whole!
Keep shining your light! Much love fa' ya'.
Maria
January 16th, 2010 at 1:39 AM
Philippians 1:6 – “For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.”
There have been so many times when I have been right in the middle of the Red Sea Situation and have just stopped, hoping that the waters would just cover me and take me out of the situation(s). But then that verse from Philippians comes back to mind. He is not finished just get to the other side and see what He has over there waiting just for you. So thank “You” and all of the other Moses’ that have encouraged me to keep going. Even in this “Red Sea Situation” that I am in right now; I know that there is a purpose for it, and that He will be glorified. I will not stop but I am moving forward so I can be a Moses to someone else one day.
Thanks Jen
JenRene
January 16th, 2010 at 2:33 AM
Blessings Maria… will pray for you.God is always making us into His conformed image…we were made in His image. I don't think we often realize the cost of it. I too, have been in some deep seas and felt like i was drowning… BUT GOD…God's perfection is like none other.Praying you will lead His people to the Promised Land.~ JenRene
JenRene
February 3rd, 2010 at 8:00 AM
Isaiah 43:2
“When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.”
MrBarns
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