God never ceases to amaze me. . . Lately, God has been revealing Himself more and more to me. The revelation has become more and more simple, if there is something I desire to know, He will reveal it to me. If there is something my heart desires, He will give it to me. As long as I walk upright before Him, he will withhold no good thing from me-- (While all of this is scriptural and BIBLICAL,) tell me why I didn't get all of this until now?!? LOL If I had accepted this divine revelation much earlier on in my life, then I would already be where my Father yearned for me to be . . God delights in our happiness! God delights in spoiling us--not only with tangible blessings, but spiritual blessings. The abundance of God's love and truth makes me marvel. . . God won't hide any secrets from us. My inner secret was always that I wanted to become this powerful, strong woman of God, (was afraid to reach out and grab what God said was rightfully mine!) Who was I to be this bold, confident and affirmative woman, so certain of her future? Little did I know that all the while God was wagging his finger, whispering 'ye of little faith. . . ' Once I hushed and contemplated some things God began to speak to me. He said, 'who are you not to be? I've already equipped you with the power to tread over the serpent's head' I've already given you a divine legacy to tap into. It is your fear that blinds you. Walk, and don't look back. . . I am with you.'
I say all of this to say that God was with me on the day that I hit send, and sent a leap-out-on-FAITH email into virtual abyss; one that I didn't even expect a response from. For years, I had a fixation with AOL Black Voices, "one of the largest, premiere sites for African American news, viewpoints, and community." I decided to apply for an editorial internship with Black Voices, (as they were offering one spot within the editorial department.) I certainly was intrigued enough, so I mustered up some courage and went for it. As time went on, I forgot about it. Then one day, I got an email from the senior recruiter, requesting an interview. I did one interview which went pretty well, and then another, and then a third interview at the AOL offices in Manhattan. Inside AOL is was like a dream-- modernized offices with sleek furniture, reminiscent of futuristic chic. MAC laptops were visible through out the building; and apparent to be a hip, 'young' environment where fashionable attire was a must. I was introduced to all of the staff, and was interviewed by the Vice President of Black Voices and the Programming Manager. I left the doors of Black Voices content with my interview, but was unsure if the opportunity would actually present itself. The next day, I got a call from the recruiting manager. He told me that every one was pleased, and impressed by me-- He said the internship was mine, and asked me when could I start. . . . So it was that easy all along? LOOK AT GOD! I never thought it would be that easy to score an internship with a major media outlet, especially one that I admired for years. (I had tried only a few times before,)got discouraged and thought maybe this isn't for me. But God said not so! 'Walk in my light, in my will for you.' If I do right by God, He will surely do right by me. . . God delights in us. He will withhold no secrets from us-- my secret he brought to the light; my innermost hidden 'thing' He granted His serenity and turned it around for my good. What more will God do for you? What more will God do for us if we surrender, and give of ourselves. . . What more will God do if we serve Him with our whole hearts-- He will give us the WORLD.
Walk in God's truth and Love! The best of His blessings await us!!!
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