Today life changes. We have been thinking about this day in some way since mid April of last year. After our two weeks at Beautiful Gate God has been leading us to take this next step...(he's actually been leading us for a long time now) So to follow Him we knew what was in store. Following meant quitting our jobs, selling our house, raising our own support and beginning to say goodbye's to family and friends for a while. And although none of those things have been easy or simple, one thing we know for sure is that God has been clearly orchestrating every aspect of these last nine months.
Nine months...the time that it takes for a new life to be conceived, developed and birthed. And just like a pregnancy you have a pretty good idea of what those nine months will hold. It's what happens once there is new life that is very uncertain. Taking this next step will be quite a bit different. While we know on some level what we will be doing, we really aren't sure what God has in store for us. But in the same way that trusted God to bring us to this point, we will continue to trust him and follow him and and listen for his voice that was so clearly speaking to us along the way.
So we look forward to what lies ahead and we have been humbled by the love and support and generosity of you who have been playing a major part in God's story that is being written in our lives. On behalf of my wife and daughter I want to thank you for walking with us on this journey and we look forward to how God will use willing hearts to further His Kingdom...the hearts of those who say yes to a "big' call and go, as well as those that say yes to committing to support and encourage and prayer, being called to send. May God's Glory be revealed through all who follow Him!
Obedience means saying "Yes!" when God calls, not thinking about what decision you will make when He calls. Your family is a great example of immediate obedience. Will continue to pray for all of you and watch with expectancy for what God does through you for His glory.
ReplyDeleteLaurie and Russ Boeve
So excited to anticipate what God is going to do in and through you! Such a blessing to connect with Karen on the phone yesterday! Prayers. Prayers. Prayers. And much love to you, dear ones in Christ Jesus! Soli Deo Gloria! -Lori
ReplyDeleteI too look forward to see how God will be using such willing and faithful people, Sharon and I continue to pray for all of you As you listen and follow God's call Blessings will continue to Bless your family and the mission he has asked of you.
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Your Brother & sister in Christ
Mike & Sharon Melton
Praying for all of you as your start this next journey in life!! God knows the plans he has for you and he is an awesome God!!! His plan is perfect!!
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Rick & Ruth Schaddelee
Nine months! How perfect! Can't wait to hear all the details in the weeks and months ahead of this new "life!" We will continue to pray for all that is ahead!
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