"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5&6
Last night pastor asked us to share a scripture that we had received in our daily quiet time or a life verse. This always brings me back to Prov. 3:5&6. This is a scripture that has spoken to my heart since becoming a follower of Jesus. Especially since getting involved in missions and leaving my 'comfort zone' of all the familiar surroundings around me. I believe we all have our comfort zones and can be very content to living within those borders. So once, stepping outside of those borders and not understanding every situation that I walked thru, I am always lead back to Prov. 3:5&6.
This being the third major move in my life and probably the hardest move with everything changing. I can only lean upon Jesus and trust that He understands everything and will bring about that understanding to me in due time. The lastest struggle with my husband's store has been a big one for me. I have traveled in and out of several countries, lived by faith for my finances for 18 years but yet this one has been the scariest for me. I guess it's the uncharted waters of not knowing what lies beneath when others are involved in what our future may look like. Although, another scripture that holds dear is "...for the battle is the Lord's, and He will give you into our hands." I Sam. 17:47b The Lord will do battle for us. He has won the victory and we shall stand on His Word and know that He is there for us! In the olden days, they led forth in songs of praise and worship for what the Lord would do for them. This brings me to each day, leading forth into songs of praise for who He is in our lives. The price He paid on the cross. And the desire He has for each one of us. I know that I/we can count on the Lord Jesus to move this mountain from before us. He has give us victory.
I love the Lord Jesus. He is number one in my life. He has been faithful for the last 18 years to provide the finances I needed to travel the world for Him. And now I can rest assure that He will provide the finances for us to continue on so that we can continue on with ministry now as a couple.
Thank you Lord for each new day!! "The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid?" Psalm 27:1
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
New Life...
It's only been one day since I last wrote but it's on my heart again. And with having my new laptop, it makes it real easy to be online. I have seen a pattern in my writings....'New Life'. Yes, I have a new life with getting married. Although, I had a life-changing life experience on June 19, 1988 when I walked forward in a small Baptist church in a small town just north of where I grew up.
My parents were faithful church-goers. We were there every Sunday, unless we were on vacation or the weather didn't permit. I have a perfect attendance pin to remind me of my time of going to Sunday School. It's a round pin with a circle around it with bars at the bottom for every year that I had perfect attendance. When it got the bottom, I got another circle to add more bars. I learned the books of the Bible but yet there was something still missing in my life. And that something was making Jesus Lord of my life. I was almost 23 years old when I walked forward to make that decision public. It was after a break-up with a guy that I had dated for three years. It was one of my lowest times in my life. I needed hope to bring this young girl back to life. Right before my junior year in high school, my sister was killed in a car accident. A devasting time to see life taken from somebody close to me. A day that changed my life of chosing death at that time and then having to walk it out to once again chose life.
Once Jesus was in my heart I told Him I wanted to 'make a difference'. Little did I know at the time, He would lead me into missions. Just to note that I didn't even know what missions was about. But He in His Soverienty did and He has led me these last 18 years in YWAM. With Him knowing me better than myself, He lead me in a way to touch and heal my heart and enable me to touch many others and make a difference. He gave me 'new life' and I will always be grateful to the Lord.
Although, I grew up in church, I didn't know Jesus as my Savior til I was 23. Do you know Jesus in your heart? Have you given your life to our Heavenly Father? I will always be grateful for the decision I made on June 19, 1988. It gave me 'New Life'. I pray that the Lord would continue to touch and draw you to Him.
My parents were faithful church-goers. We were there every Sunday, unless we were on vacation or the weather didn't permit. I have a perfect attendance pin to remind me of my time of going to Sunday School. It's a round pin with a circle around it with bars at the bottom for every year that I had perfect attendance. When it got the bottom, I got another circle to add more bars. I learned the books of the Bible but yet there was something still missing in my life. And that something was making Jesus Lord of my life. I was almost 23 years old when I walked forward to make that decision public. It was after a break-up with a guy that I had dated for three years. It was one of my lowest times in my life. I needed hope to bring this young girl back to life. Right before my junior year in high school, my sister was killed in a car accident. A devasting time to see life taken from somebody close to me. A day that changed my life of chosing death at that time and then having to walk it out to once again chose life.
Once Jesus was in my heart I told Him I wanted to 'make a difference'. Little did I know at the time, He would lead me into missions. Just to note that I didn't even know what missions was about. But He in His Soverienty did and He has led me these last 18 years in YWAM. With Him knowing me better than myself, He lead me in a way to touch and heal my heart and enable me to touch many others and make a difference. He gave me 'new life' and I will always be grateful to the Lord.
Although, I grew up in church, I didn't know Jesus as my Savior til I was 23. Do you know Jesus in your heart? Have you given your life to our Heavenly Father? I will always be grateful for the decision I made on June 19, 1988. It gave me 'New Life'. I pray that the Lord would continue to touch and draw you to Him.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Been awhile!
So here I am again....my computer decided to have it's video card go bad. A wonderful computer that I had for at least 5 years but now I can only see scrambles! I just got a new acer, which I'm enjoying.
Our two kitties are still learning to get along and learning to play together. Cali runs after Gi
nger, but when Ginger runs after Cali the hisses begin and the cries. Not sure if they have figured out that one has claws and the other one doesn't. Hopefully that will be our secret. It is fun having both of them in our home. They are finding that they have one thing in common. It's cute to see them sitting side by side looking out the back door.
It's that time of year and has been fun decorating and preparing for our first Christmas as a couple! We will spend it with his family and fly to Illinois the day after Christmas to spend it with my family. Hopefully the weather permitting, as they have been having snow and ice storms. Not sure I'm ready for that but I can't wait to see my parents again.
On December 14, Robert and I sang in our church Christmas cantata. A lot of fun. We had been practicing since September. It was a beautiful evening.
It's so amazing how quickly time has flown by. We celebrated our 7th month of marriage on the 17th! One day I want to write down everything that has transpired since we said 'I do'. Things are settling down for me and I'm finding my way in this new life. I'm hoping in the new year to start ministering again with my Ancient Path seminars. Plus I may have a led on another part-time position working here at home.
The Lord is faithful to give us the desires of our heart. I love being married, something I desired since I was a little girl. Sometimes I feel like I'm dreaming. Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness to us!
Our two kitties are still learning to get along and learning to play together. Cali runs after Gi
nger, but when Ginger runs after Cali the hisses begin and the cries. Not sure if they have figured out that one has claws and the other one doesn't. Hopefully that will be our secret. It is fun having both of them in our home. They are finding that they have one thing in common. It's cute to see them sitting side by side looking out the back door.It's that time of year and has been fun decorating and preparing for our first Christmas as a couple! We will spend it with his family and fly to Illinois the day after Christmas to spend it with my family. Hopefully the weather permitting, as they have been having snow and ice storms. Not sure I'm ready for that but I can't wait to see my parents again.
On December 14, Robert and I sang in our church Christmas cantata. A lot of fun. We had been practicing since September. It was a beautiful evening.
It's so amazing how quickly time has flown by. We celebrated our 7th month of marriage on the 17th! One day I want to write down everything that has transpired since we said 'I do'. Things are settling down for me and I'm finding my way in this new life. I'm hoping in the new year to start ministering again with my Ancient Path seminars. Plus I may have a led on another part-time position working here at home.
The Lord is faithful to give us the desires of our heart. I love being married, something I desired since I was a little girl. Sometimes I feel like I'm dreaming. Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness to us!
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Excitement in the house!
This past Saturday, Bob and Vicki, brought my cat, Cali to live with us. They are leaving next Monday for Spain for 2-4 months. We already have Robert's cat, Ginger living with
us....so we have had lots of hisses and grawls. So far, no cat fights. As the days are passing, the intenseness of the newness of each other is settling down. They are each finding their little nitch in our home!Cali
Ginger
Trunk N Treat
Last Friday was Halloween night. Our outreach committee (which Robert is the leader!) held our 3rd annual 'Trunk N Treat' for the kids. We have a housing project across the street from our church and we have been reaching out to the kids and their parents. It was my first time to be a part of it. I enjoyed the evening going from trunk to trunk to see the creativity of our congrents from our church and building the relationship with them. Plus watching the kids go around and gather candy and mingle with us.
On Sunday, we announced the winners of the creativity of the trunks....
First place was a beach theme by my in-laws.....
Second place was a heaven theme....
Third was a winter wonderland theme.....
Does anyone want a free hotdog....my hubby sporting his new grill!
Lord, thank you for creativity and fun! Let it glorify you in the neighborhood!
On Sunday, we announced the winners of the creativity of the trunks....
First place was a beach theme by my in-laws.....
Second place was a heaven theme....
Third was a winter wonderland theme.....
Does anyone want a free hotdog....my hubby sporting his new grill!
Lord, thank you for creativity and fun! Let it glorify you in the neighborhood!
Monday, October 27, 2008
Life goes on.....new challenges
Today is a pretty day! Sun is out with the crisp cool air of fall. One of my favorite seasons, especially watching all the pretty colors of the leaves changing. Kind of reminds me of life, knowing what season you are in and learning to accept all the changes in life. From the hot summer months when you need to be cooled off, to the changing colors of the fall leaves to the barrenness and coldness of winter...knowing that right around the corner will be new life birthing forth with buds on the trees and flowers blooming with fragrance from the ground.
Robert and I have been facing a few challenges with the business. Robert seems to handle it better than I do since he has been in this a lot longer than I. With each new punch, we still need to lean upon the Rock that we stand on knowing that He will lead us through. Now, with my life and leaving a life I have known for the last 18 years, I still walk that line of faith for God's provision of finances for us now as a couple. I always wondered how the families did it being in YWAM. A single can get by on a lot less but all of our faith is the same....our dependance needs to be upon the Lord. As I have learned over the years, God will provide what I need from finances to emotional to physical. He provided for me the last 18 in one chapter of my life....now to see the Lord provide for me in the next chapter of my life.
The Lord sent me a wonderful, kind husband. The other night he was the first to get home. (Just to note, that I'm still moving boxes in from my old home in Charles City.) He made me dinner. It was very sweet. The more I know him, the more I love him.
It is now that I should close so I can go unload my car from my last trip
to Charles City. Only a couple more boxes and all my things will be in one house since the last 18 years!
Till next time....May you be 'Blessed to be a Blessing!' One of my/our quotes from the last 10 years of ministry. Thank you Lord for your provision, your grace to walk through each day and your strength and friendship!
Robert and I have been facing a few challenges with the business. Robert seems to handle it better than I do since he has been in this a lot longer than I. With each new punch, we still need to lean upon the Rock that we stand on knowing that He will lead us through. Now, with my life and leaving a life I have known for the last 18 years, I still walk that line of faith for God's provision of finances for us now as a couple. I always wondered how the families did it being in YWAM. A single can get by on a lot less but all of our faith is the same....our dependance needs to be upon the Lord. As I have learned over the years, God will provide what I need from finances to emotional to physical. He provided for me the last 18 in one chapter of my life....now to see the Lord provide for me in the next chapter of my life.
The Lord sent me a wonderful, kind husband. The other night he was the first to get home. (Just to note, that I'm still moving boxes in from my old home in Charles City.) He made me dinner. It was very sweet. The more I know him, the more I love him.It is now that I should close so I can go unload my car from my last trip
to Charles City. Only a couple more boxes and all my things will be in one house since the last 18 years!Till next time....May you be 'Blessed to be a Blessing!' One of my/our quotes from the last 10 years of ministry. Thank you Lord for your provision, your grace to walk through each day and your strength and friendship!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
The extended family
This past Sunday, Robert and I hosted his family to our home. It was their first time seeing his home since I started painting and redecorating since the wedding. Lots of changes, but they all seemed to like the changes. After church, we started cooking BBQ pork chops and chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn and Robert's yummy dessert of peach cobbler and ice cream.
We had a lovely three hour visit. Although, we were saddened that his grandparents were unable to come. His grandma fell just a couple of days before and didn't feel up to going out. She is excited to see the place so hopefully soon she will feel up to coming.
I can say it is fun having my own house to decorate and create a place for my husband to come home to every evening. A desire that I have had for many years. I still feel like I'm dreaming and there are days that I still can't believe that I am married.
'For the Lord God is a sun and shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.' Psalm 84:11
Thank you, Lord, for fulfilling my deepest desire! May you receive the Glory.
We had a lovely three hour visit. Although, we were saddened that his grandparents were unable to come. His grandma fell just a couple of days before and didn't feel up to going out. She is excited to see the place so hopefully soon she will feel up to coming.
I can say it is fun having my own house to decorate and create a place for my husband to come home to every evening. A desire that I have had for many years. I still feel like I'm dreaming and there are days that I still can't believe that I am married.
'For the Lord God is a sun and shield; The Lord will give grace and glory; No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.' Psalm 84:11
Thank you, Lord, for fulfilling my deepest desire! May you receive the Glory.
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