Change doesn’t always come easy for me. Maybe that is why I worked for the same company for over twenty years. There were good and bad times at that company, but in the end I was always glad that I persevered. Making it through difficult times gave me a sense of purpose and accomplishment.

At this point and time in my life, change comes a little easier. Is it easier because of my age, or is it my faith that every change in life works out for the greater good? I am a strong believer that if you pray and ask God for direction, He will lead you through changes.

My most recent changes include: Posting on my blog more, and working on a book less. Helping other authors self-publish. A new look for my website. Helping less on the farm, as the next generation takes over.

It is like God has laid a path out in front of me that I didn’t know existed. A path that I am struggling to understand, but I continue to follow God’s lead. All of the changes are different, yet somehow interconnected. For example, helping less on the farm has allowed me to spend time on website changes and help other authors publish their books. I have always known that God blessed me with the gift of helps, so I have enjoyed working with these ladies.

My new website focuses more on my books and my blog, and less on speaking. I am good with that because writing is my first love. Every step of the way, I see God before me and I continue to follow.

I wonder if I had to get older to find my purpose in life, but I am reminded that I have always had a purpose. God has called me to be His hands and feet by sharing my crazy life experiences and stories with others relating them to the scriptures.

As I prepare for a big announcement that my website has a new look, I realize it isn’t about the website itself. It is about my new outlook on life, and using my gifts in a more focused and purposeful way. So, don’t ever feel you are too old to make a change, or be afraid of a new direction in life. Be bold in your faith and remember that when change comes about through prayer, God’s purpose will prevail.

Take a look at the story of Job as an example. God thrust him into some drastic changes in life! When Job’s friends accused him of great sins, he boldly rebuked them, expressing that his faith and hope were in God. No matter the mental, physical, and emotional troubles Job faced, he remained faithful to God and followed the path before him.

So, follow Job’s example and stay close to the Lord allowing Him to set a path before you whether through adversity or just difficult changes in life. He will direct your steps, and may you always remember that God’s Change Is Good.