There are some things falling into comfortable places around here and we are feeling more and more settled. We know where the ER is. I haven't gotten lost coming home in about the last 5 outings. It won't be long before I will quit saying "back home" about St. Louis. It is bitter sweet. One of the pastor's wives here encouraged me the other day to "plant my roots in the soil of God's love and be at home in Jesus". Good advice - reminds me where I really belong. She said a couple of other things I found encouraging. "Give yourself the grace to wrestle with God and to know that he receives it as worship." and "Rejoice in your weakness so Christ's power can rest on you." In light of our experiences since we have been here, those thoughts are particularly meaningful. Most of you have heard, but in case you have not - we miscarried our baby this week. Please know that though this has been very sad for us, we are not discouraged or overwhelmed. The Lord has been very present with us - in his word and his spirit and his people. Please do not be discouraged either. Mourn with us, but rejoice in the Lord's steadfastness that carries us even through this and pray for the spread of his Truth in our city.
Feeling like home
There are some things falling into comfortable places around here and we are feeling more and more settled. We know where the ER is. I haven't gotten lost coming home in about the last 5 outings. It won't be long before I will quit saying "back home" about St. Louis. It is bitter sweet. One of the pastor's wives here encouraged me the other day to "plant my roots in the soil of God's love and be at home in Jesus". Good advice - reminds me where I really belong. She said a couple of other things I found encouraging. "Give yourself the grace to wrestle with God and to know that he receives it as worship." and "Rejoice in your weakness so Christ's power can rest on you." In light of our experiences since we have been here, those thoughts are particularly meaningful. Most of you have heard, but in case you have not - we miscarried our baby this week. Please know that though this has been very sad for us, we are not discouraged or overwhelmed. The Lord has been very present with us - in his word and his spirit and his people. Please do not be discouraged either. Mourn with us, but rejoice in the Lord's steadfastness that carries us even through this and pray for the spread of his Truth in our city.
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Good advice. You are in my prayers. There are no perfect words, just a perfect Savior.
Probably any time after 7:30 pm your my time is a good time to call. My email is jcurl607@yahoo.com. Send me your new address.
Love you! Jennifer
Mandy, I'm so sorry to hear about your miscarriage. Having suffered one a couple of years ago, I definately feel your pain. You all are in our prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. We will be praying for you.
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