Mary Slessor
Mary Slessor was a missionary in the 1800's who grew up in adverse situations such as living in a poor home with a drunken father and having to work at the young age of 12. She lacked a very good education but was able to study a few books while working at a loom. The thing that struck me abour her life is that at first glance one would have pitty on the situation in which she grew up. Yet, it possibly through these things that shaped her for her future ministry. Its interesting that every person has a part to play whether it is small or great, and the Lord uses them for that thing. Another example would be Moses, or the Dr. Paul Brand whoose diverse skills finally led to his pioneering work in the treatment and understanding of leporsy patients.
The image is the book cover of a title about Mary Slessor, it can be found at :http://www.christianfocus.com/item/show/560/-
2 comments:
"where did you get the monkey?"
hehe
Yeah, I liked your post. Sometimes we start thinking things are really bad and get depressed, but truly all things work together for good to those that love God and walk according to His purpose.
Thanks for the comment. : D You're right. Oh, the monkey... hehe well a friend let me borrow him... ;) that was funny. Good thing Georgette is with me now.
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