brittany nicole

I took a break from writing on here because I felt as if though I had lost focus on my purpose for this blog. I went to #2015SavedInTheCityConference this past weekend, and a pastor held a session titled ‘Stir Up the Gift’ discussing how you must find your purpose in this hectic world called life.  Your spiritual gifts need to be utilized for the up building of the kingdom of God. I strongly believe that my purpose in life is to inspire others and I’m motivated now to follow suit because God has blessed me so that I may bless others in return. 

So I used to be a bit of a control freak and believed that I was in full control of every aspect of my life.  I was raised in church from birth, but I solely depended on my mother to pray for me. As a young adult, I was a ‘Christian’ who was just going through the motions because I felt like it was acceptable in the eyesight of man. I would only pray when I was faced with a crisis, and I would only read my bible on Sunday morning at church. I lived this lifestyle for so long that it became a regular routine for me to pretend to have a personal relationship with God.

 I used to want to be #teamtaken so bad because I felt validated when a guy said… ‘You’re Beautiful’… ‘I love you’… ‘I see a future with you and I together forever’ Well it took me forever to realize that if a guy doesn’t have a personal relationship with God, you shouldn’t want to have a relationship with him. I would bend over backwards for a guy because in our society, relationships are glorified and I felt compelled to be that couple that when others saw you… They would say #relationshipgoals!!! What a waste of time, on my part??? Not really. Through every failed relationship: I learned to love myself first, speak up for myself, never place priorities of a man who I’m just dating over my own, and most importantly: If God didn’t bring us together, we were doomed from the start. 

I thought I was in control of my career,  but God… So when I graduated from college, I was more so engaged with my relationship than pursuing my career goals. So I wasted 2 semesters in college just to remain in my hometown, without my family questioning my decision. I decided to apply to be a student ambassador because I didn’t know how to just be a student without being involved on campus. Being a student ambassador for the university is a voluntary based organization, but it’s a prestigious honor to be chosen. loved every aspect of this position because I was able to connect with prospective students on a personal level. I seriously thought I could probably do this full time and be a great asset to an employer. So I started applying for jobs at different universities within the Office of Admissions and the struggle began, because I wasn’t getting any call backs for an interview. I kept applying because I had nothing to lose and I finally got an offer in September for a position as an Admissions Counselor. Now my question to GOD was why take me all the way to Jacksonville, AL? 

When I tell you God will place you where you need to be and exactly when you need to be there. God took me there to get me back focused on HIM, and when I tell you since I have been walking by Faith and trusting in God’s timing, HE has continued to bless me over, and over again. I’m now working in Admissions for my alma mater: University of North Alabama. God created a position just for me, and I’m so grateful that he opened up this door of opportunity. 

I said all of that to say this: What God has intended for you, is for you. I always pray now that if its not intended for me, that God will block it. Once you find your purpose, pursue it wholeheartedly.

 I pray that if you’re reading this: You walk away knowing that faith in God requires faith in his timing. Your past mistakes don’t dictate your future, so embrace your past and utilize your spiritual gifts. During your times of struggle, do not fear or be dismayed… God is repositioning you for your success. There’s a process in order to get to your purpose, so don’t rush it because God is always in control. Regardless of your situation, continue to give God the praise… For the Lord knows the desires of your heart, but he can’t open up new doors of opportunity if you continually keep knocking at closed ones. 

Be encouraged… 

‘I am gifted by my creator and my kingdom needs me to be me, I am determined to fulfill my purpose set by God’ 

Walking by faith… 

My bible inspires me, I hope my testimony inspires you… 

#Binspired ❤️