Where are you planted?

The other day I posted pictures of our new rental house, which has become our new home.  One of the things we have discovered about living here is why God planted us in this specific location.

#1.The first day we moved in, we were able to meet our next door neighbor.  His English name is Dick, he speaks English very well, and he's Muslim.

#2.Behind our house there is a field, and just beyond that field is a Buddhist temple.  We can hear the prayers and chanting on a daily basis.

During our first week or so, while in my kitchen doing the dishes I heard the chanting.  The Lord spoke to my heart & said I should be singing worship music whenever I hear them.  So immediately I started whatever song came into my mind (thankfully I was the only person in the room!).

Every word we speak or sing in the name of Jesus does work in the spiritual realm.  We may not physically see with our eyes what our presence in this location does, but I KNOW that there is work to be done in the spiritual realm.

Also, I challenge you to see what your presence means where you are currently planted.  Who is God trying to use you to reach?  I remember from a sermon some time back from our pastor at CGS.  He spoke about a  young man who had come to his door to do ask if he could do some work (take out the garbage maybe?).  His first reaction was to say no, because it was a task he was capable of doing.  But his wife, heard what was going on & stepped in to say that it was a great idea for this boy to help their family.  Later, our pastor was able to share with the boy about a camp experience & how the boy had experienced God's hand.  I think this story stayed with me because it is a great example of being a part of where you are planted for the glory of God.

Where are you planted? Why?
If you have a story to share about where you are planted, please leave a comment!

The view from our back wall.