A Little Affirmation

Last weekend, my wife went back to visit our old church which we left 10 months ago (well, not really that church, but those that were left after the merger with another local church...but anyway...). It was nice to see the familiar faces and visit, but it was affirmation that we did indeed make the right decision to move on.

After the service, one of the women pulled me aside and asked for my forgiveness. She said that in my time as a worship leader, she often overlooked my servant's heart to fill a need that the church had because she didn't feel that my talents were up to snuff, and upon reflecting on it, she was sorry for doing so (ah, the backhanded compliment...I may not be a concert quality musician, but enjoy playing my guitar and singing). I simply told her not to worry about it and forgave her.

But it did remind me that, even though others may not praise our efforts, if we are serving in a role that God has called us to, He will smile upon us. Heck, so many times I could play through a worship set that I didn't even realize, or care, if anyone else was there. It was just a time to praise him.

So, even if we silently serve as God's web workers and nobody ever acknowledges it, make your commitment to Him be know and do your best, and He will smile upon you as well.