Speechless and Speeches

So I got a letter in my box today saying that I had been nominated by my school to participate in the closing ceremonies for Teach for America. I honestly thought that it was a ploy and that they sent the letters to everyone. I am already so busy and didn't really think I had time to submit a speech. However, I just got an email from my CMA (corps member advisor--kind of my teaching mentor) and she told me that Gallegos Elementary Team had nominated me to represent the school. I had to reread the email because of the ridiculousness of it all. You see, I have been thoroughly ashamed with how I have represented Christ these last few weeks. I have allowed physical exhausation to be an excuse for not pouring into others or being negative. My CMA has seen me break down in tears on numerous occasions--tears of exhaustion, frustration and self-pity. I am even been 'tracked' by TFA, which means I am being monitored because I went to the wrong sessin one day and therefore showed up five minutes late. I feel as if I am wearning the scarlett letter!

In light of all this, I can only conclude that God is working despite my weaknesses. Funny thing to think that God's will can't be foiled by a foolish 22 year old girl. No, He is using me because He loves me and because He loves those I have been called to serve.

So, my fellow believers, I ask that you pray for two things today. First, please pray that when I write the speeches and reflections--whether they are chosen or not--that they would be sincere and glorifying to God. Pray that the hearts of those who read it will be turned towards Him. Finally, pray that I might decrease so that He might increase.

Sustained by His hands and the prayers of the saints,

Brittany