“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” Isaiah 41:10 (NKJV)
In the beginning of chapter 41 of Isaiah, God reminds the people of Israel that it is He who has delivered them from bondage, not man. God reassures Israel that they need not fear, but look to Him. Throughout the Bible, God uses those who are weak or flawed for His will: Moses stuttered; Ehud was left-handed, an oddity in those days; David was an adulterer and murderer; and Rahab was a prostitute.
As an introvert, I’m very comfortable serving in behind-the-scenes roles. I’ve struggled with feelings of inadequacy throughout my life. A few years ago, I read The 10 Second Rule by Clare De Graaf which challenged me to step out in faith when I hear the prompting of the Holy Spirit. It’s reminded me to put my trust in the Lord and to act, knowing that on my own I am weak, but I am just the instrument God is using in the situation. Paul reminds the people of Corinth and us when he writes that the Lord said, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.”
God is in control; I need only be obedient and trust. It’s not only despite my flaws, but because of them that His power is magnified through His use of me.
Tracy La Cagnina
Tracy has been a part of Servants for many years, serving – as she says – in the background. She serves on Vestry, the Altar Guild, and the Mission Team; and it’s safe to say that not a single event happens at Servants without significant help from Tracy. From coffee hour to Alpha to “Beer and Hymns,” if it’s happening, she’s there with helping hands.