Learnings and Revelations

Amanda Niem

May 12

A few months ago I was faced with a difficult decision in the workplace. While praying through it, God opened a door for me to attend a conference overseas and spend unhurried time with Him in prayer, in worship, and in fellowship with others. Over the course of a few days, I felt led to a decision through a string of learnings and revelations.

Looking back on the year leading up to this point, I’m thankful for the opportunities He orchestrated, although they seemed unrelated at the time. They leave me assured that my decision, while unconventional in worldly terms, is something He has led me to.

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