Devoted by Krissy NordhoffSample

LIVING STONES

I was in Ireland, and I found myself astounded at the beauty of the land. But what struck me

most was something simple and so common: stone walls. As we toured the countryside,

there were miles upon miles of them used as fences, property lines, and even incorporated

into homes and churches. Our tour guide explained that the stones were used so much

because they were readily available. He shared about the art of making them all fit together,

piecing imperfect objects into strong, lovely, useful things. When we passed his property, he

told us the foundation of the walls was the work of his grandfather, the mid-section was his

father’s work, and the top portion was built by him. These walls represented generations!

Back home in Tennessee, I began reading scriptures about stones and, suddenly, I

understood them in a new way! (See today's scriptures.) My friend, we are like these stones!

When we make ourselves available, the Master Builder will use us. Though we are imperfect

and unique, there is a specific place where our giftings fit just right. Our differences are part

of what helps us join together so beautifully. Like the stone walls, our work is generational.

The foundation was laid by the apostles and prophets. We are only continuing to build on

what has already been. How amazing that we get to be a part of something so magnificent.

PRAYER

Lord, I want to be readily available to be used by You to build Your kingdom. Thank You for

creating a place just for me. Help me to honor those who have been building for generations

by continuing their beautiful work now. Will You awaken my gifts and callings and teach me

to lean into my brothers and sisters who are leaning on You? May You always be the center.

Amen.

JOURNAL

If you are able, I would encourage you to take some time with pen and paper to reflect on how this devotional relates to your life right now, and give some room for the Holy Spirit to respond.

TODAY'S SONG

Click here to listen to a song Krissy co-wrote that resonates with this message:

Famous For (I Believe) by Tauren Wells

*If you've enjoyed the fields of faith over the last 7 days, you can experience more with Krissy's book, DEVOTED: A 30 Day Walk Through the Fields of Faith, available on Amazon!