Sunday, December 24, 2023

Just Do You!

I have not been called to the wisdom of this world
But to a God who's calling out to me
And even though the world may think
I'm losing touch with reality
It would be crazy
To choose this world over eternity
Crazy By Mercy Me 

I am a Christian who was raised in a devout Christian home. I am so thankful for this and wouldn't change it. However, I was not exposed to a lot of things I am now exposed to daily such as cussing and smoking. When I started working in food service, I realized just how different I am. I admit I am exposed to things daily I am not use to because of my up bringing. I am seeing things about myself I didn't see before and how different I am. I know I stand out for not taking smoke breaks and not cussing. Some day’s it is very hard not wanting to conform so I can fit in better. These challenges are growing me, stretching me and having me think about not only what I believe but why I believe it. This is whole new ballgame in an arena I never have had to enter! 

Despite the differences that make me stand out, I can't count how many hugs I get from the people I work with daily. Daily, I am told "I love you, Molly!" and "I am so glad you're here!” It makes me know I am making a difference. I am a very quiet person and not very talkative about my faith. A part of is because I am introvert but a part of it is because I know actions speak louder than words, so I let my actions talk for me. Most of the people I work with know I am a Christian and I am not ashamed of it anymore. I just am not go preaching on Vegas strip. I know there are plenty of Christians who talk the walk but do not actually walk the walk which sadly has resulted in people not being wanting to think about becoming a Christian or going to church because of the things they hear Christians say. Churches are dying and struggling. 

So, how do I stay away from caving into the things I see daily? Somedays I honestly don't know how I stay grounded... except to say it must be God helping me. When I see smoking, I think about what a slim chance I had in being here- 2% - and I don't want to destroy it with things that are unhealthy and put me at risk. I have already been through so much medically and will go through so much medically in the future that I don't want to do anything I know will make things worse. I do not cuss because I have other ways to articulate what I am wanting to say that are much more professional and just sound better.

I do not judge anyone- in fact I am probably one of the least judgmental people you'll know. Everyone has a right to do what they want and say what they want. I don't think any less of my coworkers just because they smoke. It is just to put it very simply, not something I want to do personally just like cussing. I am fine with this and accept it. I know this who I am, and I am not going apologize for it. 

What sets you apart? In what ways are you different and don't go the status-quo? It does not have to be being a Christian. Whatever it is, please know it is okay. You never know that how one aspect of you is making a difference! It is hard. I know how hard it is! I live it every day! The thing is if you try to conform, you will be very uncomfortable because it is not who you are meant to be and you doing something you really do not want to do just so you fit in. I'd rather be uncomfortable being different than being uncomfortable for doing something I know is not me! 



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