The Nudge

Acts 22:15 – “You will be his witness to all the people of what you have seen and heard.”

Have you ever felt that gentle tug on your heart? That whisper in your spirit saying, “Share your story.” That’s the nudge. It’s not always loud, rarely convenient, but it’s always a divine appointment.

When God Nudges, Speak

Paul’s calling in Acts 22:15 reminds us that our testimony isn’t just for us, it’s for “all the people.” What we’ve seen and heard of God’s goodness, grace, and redemption is meant to be shared. Not polished. Not perfect. Just real. One of my favorite Beth Moore stories is one about a hairbrush. If you know, you know, and if not, go Google it because it’s one of the sweetest God moments I’ve ever heard. Without spoiling it, God uses a hairbrush and Sister Beth to be the hands of Jesus.

In my life, God has sent me the nudge many times, and most of the time,  I am obedient. I will shyly begin with, I don’t know why, but “I feel I am supposed to share this with you.” When my heart is genuine, God always uses it in ways I could never imagine.

Sisters, your voice matters. Your wisdom, born from trials and triumphs, is a beacon of hope for someone else. Don’t let fear or comparison silence you.

Your Story is Someone’s Breakthrough

We live in a time of revival. Hearts are stirring. People are curious. Church attendance is up, and for this time of year, this is nothing short of a miracle. We have an opportunity to be a part of the momentum. People are not looking for religion, but they’re looking for real. And your story might be the very thing that leads someone to Jesus.

That coffee shop conversation matters! That unexpected phone call, follow the nudge. That moment at the class holiday party. These are divine appointments, orchestrated by God, waiting for your yes.

Don’t Miss the Moment

The Holy Spirit is inviting you into partnership. When you feel it, lean in. Ask God for courage. Speak life. Share hope. Just tell your story. Tell them what you’ve seen and heard. Tell them how Jesus met you in your mess, your grief, your joy, your healing. In 2021, I had a dream about praying over someone. It was so real I remember waking in a trance. But I shook it off as my own ego, but when I missed the opportunity, the Holy Spirit convicted me. I wanted to rewind time. It would be a year later that God gave me a second chance to pray over that friend again.  Don’t be like me, obedience is a gift.

Encouragement for the Hope Ambassadors

A few years ago, I found community with my unusual testimony. A Jewish woman who was part mentor and friend spoke a blessing over me when she deemed me an ambassador of hope for people who share our pain. To every woman reading this: You are a Hope Ambassador. You carry light and truth. You have been set apart with your unique testimony of a God who still moves, answers prayers, and works miracles.

So when the nudge comes, Go. Love. Share. Because someone is waiting to hear what only you can say.

Ardently His,

Jenn (Guest Blogger)

For more from Jenn, visit her ministry site, Accidental Hope, here.

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