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Who knows, whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?
Esther 4:14b

What am I doing here? Is this the job I'm supposed to really be in? Am I doing anything at all that makes a difference for anybody?

I think as women, we all struggle from time to time with questions like the ones written above.

It had been a rough few days. I'd had some tough news from family and the blues had begun to set in. I hadn't sought for comfort outright, but it came none the less. A friend called. She spent some time with me, laughing about times past, sharing about current events, offering encouragement that all was not lost...and I felt assured we'd always be friends, even though many miles separated us, and neither of us lived flawless lives. I'm guessing that event won't make any headlines anywhere. Her purpose in calling me wasn't to reshape the global economy or anything as grand as that. Her purpose was to call, say hello, check in, and chat a while. It blessed and uplifted me. It gave me a refreshing outlook once again, a boost to my low spirits.

Perhaps we are struggling with self worth, with value, with purpose. Perhaps God has brought us to this point "for such a time as this." We need to do the things we know God has called us to do. Be faithful to Him. Stay in His Word. He will use us, and do His purpose through us, for whatever situation we happen to be in currently.

He doesn't need me to be top dog of a high profile company in order to make a positive difference. I can allow God to use me in the kingdom I am in, however He sees fit. It's a fool proof way to know we are in the right place... at just the right time.

Written by
Melody Foster