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Today’s an exciting day for me as I have my very first speaking engagement tonight to a group of women leaders. My message is titled, “A Bright Light in a Dark World”. I’m psyched but judging by the perspiration in my palms and pits (TMI!), I clearly need some prayer! Sure, I’m all typed up and ready to roll…and then I came across Maya Angelou’s statement, “Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with shades of deeper meaning”.
Would you please pray that my crazy Jersey girl voice would be infused with shades of deeper meaning tonight? I’m wondering, what can I pray for you too?
Steph – I was sitting next to you during your Bright Light talk and there was no evidence of pit sweat!
You did a wonderful job talking to the group. You were prepared and seemed relaxed on the outside (regardless of how you felt). God gave you the words and the voice to convey the message. You are so genuine and open that ladies can’t help but be drawn into your topic and enjoy listening. See you soon! – Kerri
Well that certainly is a relief to read as you were in the perspiration “slash zone”!
Thank you Kerri for your sweet words and comment! You truly made me smile today!
Steph,
You are already a bright light, so I know tonight will be no different. As long as you are you, God will shine through. So I look forward to hearing the good report!
Be Blessed!
Carolyn
What a sweet encourager you are Carolyn! Thank you SO much!!!!
Unfortunately, I read this message a bit late. I am hoping that your words magnified your faith, that you were as much of an inspiration to that room of people as you are to me in your regular blog. Public speaking never was a strong point for me, either, but having belief in your topic, being guided by the True Light, I am sure you were shining like a birthday cake for a century-old child of God! What was the text of your speech? I’d be honored to receive it as an individual email! May your day be full of little blessings, and your weekend full of fun with your adorable family of Finksters! Love you, sister!
T
You’re awesome Tara! I’ll send you the handouts to your personal email…I’d love your pastor-ing/writing feedback!!!! Love to you and all your varied heighted men!!!!
you will be great Steph!! I know without doubt that you will touch the hearts of those women you will be speaking to. I will say a prayer for confidence, comfort and guidance…speaking in front of a crowd is never easy but you have the big man upstairs on your side =0)….have fun tonight!!!
love you
~amber~
Thanks for your prayers Little Buddy – LOVE YOU and 40 to go!
Praying that you do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workwoman who doesn’t need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth, that you fan into flame the gift of God..for God did not give us the spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. praying….celebrating…love carries the day
Thanks to you and Bob for praying cause I do know you two value and honor the power of prayer – SO blessed to have you both in our corner! Thanks for the love, support and friendship!
Great quote! I hear you on the public speaking part. I hate it, but when I am passionate about my topic, then I can do it. Keep that in mind, and prayers for good deodorant (secret perscription strength is my weapon of choice) and peace in your soul. You are going to be great!I get like that before every back to school night in September! After all these years, you would think I could handle that!
THANKS SO MUCH Mary…prayers and prescription strength Secret – a perfect combination!