175: How is God Using You to Make an Impact?
Main Points From the Show
Do you long to make an impact in the world? Do you question whether God can use you? In this episode of Longing for More, special guest Jessica Klassen shares her journey of creating a unique approach to making an impact, and we’ll dive deep into how God has guided her to fulfill His purpose.
We’ll also take a closer look at the Ripple Boxes Jessica has created, the challenges she’s encountered, and how she has learned to trust God along the way. She explains how each Ripple Box impacts at least four different lives. She gives examples of unexpected ways they have encouraged others through difficult times and brought comfort during times of tragedy.
Listeners have a unique opportunity to purchase a ripple box, with a portion of the proceeds going towards supporting victims of sex trafficking or local shelters. It’s a rare chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most, so don’t delay!
So, grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and get ready to be inspired by the incredible stories of how God is transforming lives and using everyday people like you and me to create a lasting impact.
Quotes from the Show
Finding Purpose: “The idea of my ripple boxes kept coming up. I didn’t know the name at the time, but I was like, that’s nice. I don’t know how to make a box, a subscription box. I don’t know how to make gift boxes. I don’t know how to run a business. I don’t know how to do any of that. And then about August of last year, I started waking up every morning at 03:00 a.m. Praying for people I’ve never met who were going to be receiving these boxes. And this happened every night until I finally submitted and said, okay, Lord, I get it. This is something you want me doing. If there’s something God puts on my heart and I can keep ignoring it, keep ignoring it, he will continue to bring it up in different ways. And this is one of those.”— Jessica Klassen
The Impact of Ripples Boxes: “My heart really behind the boxes was I want for people to be able to send surprises in the mail to other people as an encouragement.”— Jessica Klassen
Ripples of Hope: “These boxes truly are trying to cast ripples of hope and light into our local communities and around the world.”— Jessica Klassen
Starting a Business with God’s Guidance: “Honestly, I did almost all of it myself with God’s guidance and help.”— Jessica Klassen
The Power of God’s Community: “God’s community is massive, and when he asks you to do something, he’ll bring the people along the way.”— Jessica Klassen
Overcoming Self-Doubt: “Wait, Lord, I thought I did it all right? I thought I was following your directions and your guidance, and this is a mess. And every time he keeps coming back to you. You’ve taken your eyes off me. You’ve forgotten that I’m in charge of your business. You’ve forgotten that I’m the one casting to touch people and give them hope and light. You’re trying to do this on your own strength. Look at me. Rest in me. Surrender.”— Jessica Klassen
The Power of Small Acts: “I needed that reminder that God loves me, that he sees me.”— Jessica Klassen
The Power of Faithfulness: “And the biggest impact I can make is one on one, is being faithful with wherever God has me.”— Jessica Klassen
Verses Referenced
They will receive blessing from the Lord and vindication from God their Savior.
Psalm 24:5 NIV
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.
Psalm 32:8 NIV
Resources
Purchase a Ripple Box by August 1, 2023, and 10% of the proceeds will be donated to victims of sex trafficking or a local shelter. You may also sponsor a box for a victim. Go to RippleBoxes.com.
Sign up for the newsletter to get the PDF with tips and tricks for casting ripples at RippleBoxes.com.
Also, listen to Jessica at the Connected Faith Podcast.
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