Our God is Bigger

Today I shared in chapel about my time in Indonesia. To say it was challenging to prepare for is an understatement. Every time I practiced sharing I would break down in tears. When I actually got up to share I not only broke down in tears, but was also visibly shaking (think paper in hand that could not be held still). I sort of felt bad for everyone who was watching and listening. But hey, it's life.
I think the most amazing and blessed thing that came out of this was to be able to see how God used it. I mean, my story from Indonesia is basically one of pain and suffering coupled with God's healing and restoration. I have seen how he has used my time in Indonesia and the pain and suffering to shape and grow me in such amazing ways, but to even imagine that he could use it to encourage and connect with other people... just astounds me. But that's what he did. God. Used. Me. He used my pain, hurt and heartache... and my utter honesty about it. I am so thankful for that. So thankful that my God chooses to use the hurt and broken parts in our lives for things greater than ourselves.
I guess I know what I'll be saying I'm thankful for this Thanksgiving :)