tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post3106032925254798257..comments2023-12-29T16:13:47.863-08:00Comments on Walking Well With God: What Is My Purpose? Part IBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-33991547292846584512016-08-08T08:14:05.956-07:002016-08-08T08:14:05.956-07:00Lux,
I believe we all get lost along the way...I k...Lux,<br />I believe we all get lost along the way...I know I have!! You said, though, what the best thing is - to keep running back to Him. I hope you'll come back for part II!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-83568934055417235202016-08-08T02:33:48.956-07:002016-08-08T02:33:48.956-07:00Beautiful. I wish I've read this when I was in...Beautiful. I wish I've read this when I was in my 20's and desperate to find out what my purpose is. Still, I get lost now. I get easily distracted. But I always run back to Him. :)Lux G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00557863683608790087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-68169655757179778222016-08-05T08:19:14.683-07:002016-08-05T08:19:14.683-07:00Deborah,
So true that the longer we walk with God,...Deborah,<br />So true that the longer we walk with God, the more our purpose changes. I am not a risk taker, so to be doing what I'm doing is a result of God growing me until I was brave enough to hold His hand and take a giant leap of faith. Sometimes it's baby steps forward...other times leaps and bounds. <br /><br />So glad you are persevering in your writing...you just never know who you will touch at just the right time. God can certainly use the Holy Spirit in you to witness to and encourage others along this journey called "life". <br /><br />Yes, what an awesome legacy you are leaving to your children and grandchildren. I keep hard copies too so that my grandchildren may one day peek into this crazy woman's mind lol.<br /><br />Joining with you in seeking God's purpose...thanks for sharing!!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-78725666735765646532016-08-05T08:14:23.949-07:002016-08-05T08:14:23.949-07:00God's standards are so different from the worl...God's standards are so different from the world's standards. Unlike the world, God values a humble and contrite heart. If we are willing to yield to Him He CAN take us places that we never could have imagined!! God always keeps me on my toes :)<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-55241578016766397202016-08-04T04:21:42.768-07:002016-08-04T04:21:42.768-07:00Bet I've found, like you, my purpose has chang...Bet I've found, like you, my purpose has changed over the years. I am so glad I visited this morning because your story has blessed me. I think the longer we walk with God, the more our purpose changes. I know mine has the more I'm in the Bible and the more I listen and take leaps to do what I feel like He is calling me to do.<br /><br />I'm not published either and may never be, but I know my purpose right now is to show Him to others thru the words I write. Sometimes I feel inadequate doing it, but I keep trudging along hoping to show Him to someone in a post, to leave a legacy for my children and grandchildren to look back here someday and see what this crazy woman was thinking.<br /><br />No matter our purpose today as long as it glorifies Him that is all that matters. I love all your purposes as you've walked thru life and I bet our Father does too.<br /><br />Can't wait to read Part 2.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16736416182544683890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-5544611699158395062016-08-03T19:28:47.852-07:002016-08-03T19:28:47.852-07:00God takes us step by step places we never imagine ...God takes us step by step places we never imagine - and it sounds like your journey is beautifully enriching! We just need to start evaluating where we are by the world's standards. Looking forward to Part II!bluecottonmemoryhttps://bluecottonmemory.wordpress.com/2016/07/31/god-didnt-make-me-a-butterfly/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-41822738889239318562016-08-03T14:35:46.873-07:002016-08-03T14:35:46.873-07:00Linda,
What a great Truth to cling to - that even ...Linda,<br />What a great Truth to cling to - that even though we may shift over time...our God is never changing and His steadfast love endures forever....no matter what season we find ourselves in. Amen!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-9872983048474005152016-08-03T13:07:09.778-07:002016-08-03T13:07:09.778-07:00This, an important post, Bev. Our purposes, our g...This, an important post, Bev. Our purposes, our goals, our gifts may shift over time. But one thing remains the same. And it's the God that we love and serve, no matter what season we find ourselves dwelling in.<br /><br />I love how He's using you to make a difference around the world. You inspire us so ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-87633657404063753542016-08-03T11:32:43.665-07:002016-08-03T11:32:43.665-07:00Anna,
I am learning that the only thing I can expe...Anna,<br />I am learning that the only thing I can expect is that God will do the unexpected!! Sometimes our dreams and visions are so narrow and God stretches our sight to look at a more panoramic view. At least that's what He's done with me. How insightful that you have seen the joy-robbers of pride and and comparison. The enemy does a good job at hiding those from our sight. I, too, am discovering more freedom as I allow God to open and close the doors instead of me jumping to do it in my own knowledge and timing. I think when we all share openly...we can be truly encouraging to one another. <br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-5285808290079014672016-08-03T11:27:48.196-07:002016-08-03T11:27:48.196-07:00Tracy,
I have found that in my 55 year journey, th...Tracy,<br />I have found that in my 55 year journey, there is A LOT of waiting that takes place. I think God includes that so that we build patience and learn to look forward with anticipation. In this society of "I want it right now", God teaches us just the opposite - to wait patiently on Him. No, you can't hurry God!!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-32983447802896314712016-08-03T11:25:48.544-07:002016-08-03T11:25:48.544-07:00Dawn,
Like you, sometimes I ponder just a little t...Dawn,<br />Like you, sometimes I ponder just a little too much. I, too, considered taking a break from blogging with all the time needed for Redeemer Christian Foundation ministry, but I knew I would really miss the sense of community found there. I think this question of What is my purpose?? resounds with a lot of women especially...I hope I can put to words what God has been speaking to me for next week. The pressure is on!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-64969672358119746402016-08-03T11:22:59.759-07:002016-08-03T11:22:59.759-07:00Carly,
Amen that we live our lives for an audience...Carly,<br />Amen that we live our lives for an audience of One! It is so easy to get caught up in seeking the world's approval, but if God and I are good - the rest is really irrelevant. <br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-55650401045468970832016-08-03T05:08:47.222-07:002016-08-03T05:08:47.222-07:00Oh how your post resonates! I've wrestled with...Oh how your post resonates! I've wrestled with very similar feelings to what you describe here, ever since laying down my teaching job in obedience to God. I too found myself seeking purpose in my writing, something God called me to, but like you have struggled when asked what I do. I love how God has opened doors you would never have ever imagined opening when you first started writing.<br /><br />Lately, I've felt God leading me to share others' stories. I've been doing an interview series of people's deep valleys and book reviews. This has been humbling and has grown my heart. I'm beginning to see my purpose as being a child of God with an undivided heart of worship and praise: something that's taking a lot of refining of this proud and easily insecure and jealous heart: Psalm 86: 12 is becoming my prayer. In this prayer I'm discovering so much freedom as God closes doors that I've chased out of pride and comparison and is opening doors of service and training instead. <br /><br />Thank you for being open and honest in your sharing, Bev. You are such an encouragement.Anna Smithttp://www.joyofthespiritwithin.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-88998460659911402282016-08-03T04:48:03.111-07:002016-08-03T04:48:03.111-07:00I loved reading about your journey and am looking ...I loved reading about your journey and am looking forward to part two :) I am in that whole 'looking for the new path' phase at the moment. My daughter is coming to the end of her homeschooling and I find myself with more time on my hands. The guidance the Lord is giving me at the moment is to 'continue'. Who knew that my 'continue' would mean mostly continuing to wait! So it's one step at a time and hoping that things will become clearer in time. One thing I have learned - you can't hurry God.Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12490102426728960849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-61384155726293290342016-08-03T03:52:04.670-07:002016-08-03T03:52:04.670-07:00Nancy,
I love that..."Be content to be a plod...Nancy,<br />I love that..."Be content to be a plodding blogger..." God does glorify Himself through your obedience. With my blog, since I have shared about my divorce and my struggles with ocd and and depression, God has enabled me to minister to other women who share these same struggles. He's allowed me to walk with them in their journeys. To me, this glorifies Him far more than a published book might?? Food for thought. Love your insights!!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-43472636918071691592016-08-03T03:49:14.661-07:002016-08-03T03:49:14.661-07:00Bethany,
Like I said, I've asked in every stag...Bethany,<br />Like I said, I've asked in every stage of life, "Lord, what is my purpose." I hope part II won't be a let down, but I don't think so. So good to have you here!!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-80080778259032703532016-08-03T03:48:05.704-07:002016-08-03T03:48:05.704-07:00Barbie,
I have found it's not about the publis...Barbie,<br />I have found it's not about the publishing, but about the community that my blog creates. I too, dreamed of publishing a book one day, but now I see that my blog is about a different calling.<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-63508892456663285952016-08-02T14:34:04.005-07:002016-08-02T14:34:04.005-07:00It is at that place in life we get to slow down, a...It is at that place in life we get to slow down, a little, and begin to look introspectively at where we have come, isn't it? I tend to look introspectively at life all the time, maybe a little too much... but that is another story. I do know that the question you asked, it is one I find myself asking... what is my purpose? I took a bit of a blogging break this summer, only posting once a week and not linking up. I missed reading other people's words, the connection and the encouraging that goes along with that. I am excited to read the second part of your story. :) <br />Blessings,<br />DawnDawnhttp://www.journeysingrace.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-41392291191534938172016-08-02T14:21:09.285-07:002016-08-02T14:21:09.285-07:00Thanks for sharing your story. I look forward to ...Thanks for sharing your story. I look forward to reading part 2. I totally relate to struggling to know what our purpose is and what God is calling us to. It seems like it can be different things at different stages in life. It's challenging when the purpose we feel called to is not easily understood by other people. I have to constantly remind myself that it is God's approval that really matters.Carlyhttp://lifeinthespaciousplace.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-50261091059631520412016-08-02T12:39:40.060-07:002016-08-02T12:39:40.060-07:00Thank you for this, Bev -- your honesty and your s...Thank you for this, Bev -- your honesty and your story that offers hope and encouragement. Though our circumstances are different, your thoughts and emotions about being a writer exactly parallel mine. After retiring from teaching, I began writing again and dreamed of becoming a published author, totally unaware of how publishing works these days (such as all the marketing authors must generate on their own). Self-publishing seems the best route for me, but I have no idea how to begin that process or with whom. Meanwhile, I have kept a blog for over three years, and I wait to build a following. I wonder what self-publishing route to take, I pray, and I doubt that this dream was really from God like I thought it was. BUT! All along the way, He has affirmed me through friends and followers, through things I've read and heard. Here's one recent example: "Be content to be a plodding blogger and trust that God is glorifying himself and blessing his people through your faithfulness" -- Tim Challies. JUST what I needed to hear! So instead of waiting, wondering, praying and doubting, I'm waiting, wondering, praying, and plodding!! :-) Bottom line: I want to do what GOD wants me to do! www.nancyaruegg.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13060173405144735663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-60252444691430981642016-08-02T11:12:51.051-07:002016-08-02T11:12:51.051-07:00Bev....I'll be back for part 2! On the edge of...Bev....I'll be back for part 2! On the edge of my seat, so identifying with you, just at a different stage in life : ) Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02199889775310006751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-2907960614195535992016-08-02T07:14:03.626-07:002016-08-02T07:14:03.626-07:00I am so glad that I came here to read this morning...I am so glad that I came here to read this morning. Your words are so encouraging. After blogging for 8 years, I still question what my purpose is and what I am doing. Although I haven't had the strength/time to seek out the publishing arenas, I did self-publish a devotional and hope to have another this year.Yet I still have a hard time calling myself a writer. Looking forward to reading Part 2!BARBIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02537827307867912139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-79579077156306534582016-08-01T11:21:45.914-07:002016-08-01T11:21:45.914-07:00Michele,
You know me...I share the grit and the gr...Michele,<br />You know me...I share the grit and the grind. It truly is a journey and just when we think we have THE answer He takes us to a deeper level still!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-64661798981446831422016-08-01T11:20:11.377-07:002016-08-01T11:20:11.377-07:00Bettie,
So glad, like you said, that God never los...Bettie,<br />So glad, like you said, that God never loses sight of the purpose that He has in mind for us and he gently steers us back onto the path when we/I take off down bunny trails. So good to have you here!!<br />Blessings,<br />BevBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-58998818561201346692016-08-01T11:18:51.529-07:002016-08-01T11:18:51.529-07:00Lisa,
I'm so glad you've started blogging!...Lisa,<br />I'm so glad you've started blogging!! I do love reading others' blogs, but feel badly that I don't have as much time to do so as before. Thank you for seeing purpose in that (hint- that has something to do with my next post). Being sidelined with health issues does keep you in a constant state of discomfort and floundering. I've even wrestled with God through my pain and surgeries. So blessed to call you friend!!<br />Blessings and an "at a girl" to keep on writing!<br />Bev xoBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.com