If I was a cartoon...

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Yep, I'm a tool.

So... amazing night. I pretty much had the opportunity to share Christ with a friend tonight that I met a long time ago and have had limited contact with. It was great to pour Jesus' heart into this friend, to catch up on life, and to be real with each other. I was so amazed by their boldness, willingness to listen, and the desire to know who this Jesus guy is.

It was humbling really. God used me to speak deep truth into this person's heart. Why does God choose me for things like this? Jesus, do you really understand who Ryan Shannon is? Of course I know You do, but seriously... You shock me sometimes with your purpose for my life. It was an honor to be able to be a "tool" (haha haha... tool) for God and to be an impact in this person's life. Thank you.

I pray for this person and for this critical point in their life and for the things they have been dealing with lately. (If you haven't noticed, I'm keeping this person anonymous). I was amazed to see how God has been pursuing this friend by their past experiences in life. I am beginning to think they realized that God has caught up to them.

Jesus... amazing.

Search me oh God, and know my heart.
Test me and know my anxious thoughts.
See if there is any offensive way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting.
~Psalm 139:23-24

Situation: Broke

Ah yes... how wonderful it was to have this amazing sermon at Riverview on Saturday about one of the most difficult, over used, and touchy subjects: money. I would have to say that I thought I was making good money decisions and I thought I had an understanding of my financial situation. Well, the situation is that I'm pretty stinking in debt. Like $60,000 stinking. Yep, broke. So, I kinda had to have a heart to heart with my Jesus about the situation, and He pretty much told me I eat out too much, and expect things will turn out financially.

R: "Hummmm.... so you're saying that my $30 bill at Red Lobster is out of my budget?"

J: "Yes, Ryan"

R: "But you do realize I plan on making good money when I graduate don't you Jesus?"

J: "Stop living above your means NOW. Be a good steward of your money... actually my money. Plus, have I told you to work right after graduation anyways?"

R: "Oh, yeah good call... you did bless me with a great family, a great school, a great country, and a great education that has enabled me to make money and live well off."

J: "To whom much is given, much is required."

R: "Jesus, you're so smart."