Even Beach Bums Have a Purpose

A couple of weeks ago my husband and I spent a couple of days in Orange Beach, AL. He golfed and I parked my body on the beach. Yep, I spent two glorious days from morning until afternoon just sitting in my beach chair with my feet stuck in the sugar white sand. I did not put on makeup or do my hair until evening. I believe the term that best described my two day beach stay is "beach bum."

However, my days on the beach were not a waste. God did not make me just to sit and twiddle my thumbs. I enjoyed one of Karen Kingsbury's latest books. I also stated Before You Leap by Kermit the Frog. (Yes, I said Kermit the Frog.) Both books had some pretty interesting points. While the Kingsbury book explores the grace and mercy of God and how He works in our lives, Kermit's book delves into the practical lessons of life such as finding your purpose and reaching for your dreams.

I believe God works in each of lives to glorify Him. He put us here for a purpose. He has a plan for each of us. He planted a dream deep in our spirits. He gives us a desire to strive for the dream as well. It is our job to be in tune to the Father and discover His will for our lives.

Some days I think I understand what my purpose is-to spend long, lazy days at the beach and sample all the chocolate on the planet earth. Just kidding! I believe my purpose is to be a servant to others. However, there are days when I struggle with that idea. Some days I just feel used, put upon and unappreciated. That is when I just want to go home, shut the door, and not answer the phone. However, my heart eventually sees a need again and I am off to serve. Currently, my area of service in our church and working with other ministers wives. Isn't it amazing? Even beach bums have a purpose in life!

What is your purpose and how do you use it to glorify God?