THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED

Talking about roads, it's important to start by saying that I do love road trips. I love travelling to new cities and to places I've never been to. I love adventures, explorations and new discoveries, though I  don't get the chance to travel as often. However, this post is not about roads in the literal sense but that road we choose to travel on, that lead us right into our purpose, our calling and ministry. I call it "The road less traveled."

Passion vs Profession

To be real honest, my journey(for lack of a better word) has been one of its kind. Growing up, I knew I was supposed to write but I didn't have the courage to answer the call then. You see, I'm an accountant by training, an entrepreneur by passion and writing is my ministry; my highest calling.  After trying to juggle all these three for a couple of years to no avail, it reached a point in my life where I had to choose between the two: Profession vs Passion. I had to choose between a proven track record and the unknown. I had to choose between circumstance and creative choice. I had to choose between a regular paycheck and uncertainty. I had to choose between the road often taken and the road less traveled. I chose the latter. I chose passion because it's not about how many people approve my choice, but how much joy I receive from my decision. I chose passion because it's not how grand I can be compared to others but how deep I can grow into the person I long to be, to fulfill my inspirations, to share my ministry with the world  by impacting on people and leaving a legacy. I chose passion because it's what gives me peace, a calm heart and a refreshed mind. I chose passion because that's what wakes me in the morning. I chose passion because I had an unquenchable thirst deep down in my soul that couldn't be filled with anything other than love. 

Let's get this straight

I  met an ex-classmate a few months ago in a local coffee shop and after exchanging a few pleasantries, she asked me; "Did you get yourself a job or are you still writing?" You know, many people don't understand this, so let's get this straight; writing is not only a job, but a calling, a love affair, a work of art, it's that confidant, that imaginary friend you drink your tea with in the afternoon, while speaking(or it it writing?) your mind out. 

This is what I think:

The world needs doctors and accountants and engineers and pilots, but it also needs musicians, writers, footballers, poets, programmers, actors, farmers, athletes and photographers. Your ministry should  not only be a job, but a calling, and your heart and soul should be your number one employer.

We need writers to write great books so we can feed our souls. We need musicians to sing great songs that will entertain us and lift our spirits.  We need artists to stimulate our inner dormant passions. We need photographers to capture our special moments. The world needs you and me. Our ministry however unusual, counts!

It's not an easy road

In writing this, my hopes are that you realize that it's not an easy road but it's worth every step.You'll face more resistance than acceptance along the way. They'll chuckle at your ambition and passion. They'll tell you that passion doesn't pay, I'll tell you that the love for your calling will sustain you and eventually reward you. If you're endowed with hands, legs, a voice and mind that can venture into creative places, reach forth-that's your highest calling. In the end, they won't call you mad, they'll call you Authentic!

It's worth it! It's bliss! It's fulfilling!

As I'm writing this, it has not escaped my attention that I'm living my purpose. Dawn is breaking and the sun rays are streaming through my window as I write. The house is hushed and songs of praise and worship are playing in the background. The day looks promising! I feel renewed and at peace. I'm not where I want to be, but I'm enjoying every bit of the journey.

Searching deep within.

If you feel empty, no amount of water poured from the outside can feel your well. It has to come from within, from our underground springs and streams, and it's only passion that can pump our inner waters that can fill our souls to overflow.

Take a walk down the road less traveled.

Today, consider taking a leap of faith towards your authentic calling and aamh..thank me later! If you feel the need to throw a gift my way, Just a hint; I love books, flowers and road trips (A five day trip to the Mara isn't a bad idea-hint hint)

Stay authentic, or better still BE AUTHENTIC!

Won't you?

Sincerely Beccah