Well it's been a long time since I last posted. Things have been pretty crazy around here. We have been so blessed with a smooth time of transition with me going to work. It has been hard; hardest on me I think. But I am so thankful to have a wonderful supportive husband who walks alongside me, and even more thankful to have a Father in Heaven who has literally been holding me in the palm of His hand these last few weeks. I will continue to rely on his strength, because he is the only source of any strength that I have. I appreciate all the prayers that have gone up on behalf of our family and ask that you continue to pray. The Lord always provides for us, even though that provision doesn't always look the way we might have imagined it. Matt and I have learned that lesson several times and are certainly in the midst of learning it right now. Those of you who have witnessed me bursting into tears at the drop of a hat, thank you for your understanding! I am blessed with so much encouragement, love and support.
On another note, Derek Webb, formerly of Caedmon's Call has a new album out that deals with some important and sensitive themes including social justice, poverty, and politics. These are hard topics, but certainly ones that need to be talked about within our communities of faith. I am thankful for talented musicians who are not simply using their voice to manipulate, but rather seek to open up discussion about the things that should concern the people of God most...his children. Rather than seeking to identify with a political party, maybe we should remember where our true identity lies and who our allegiance is to. You can actually download the entire album for free (with the artist's blessing) at this site , and you can read more about why he is offering it for free here. The older I get, the more I realize that being a child of God is about loving your brothers and sisters...all of them. I am so thankful for the many voices that I hear speaking out for a return to the greatest command...love.
***COMING SOON...Pictures of Jack's First Hair Cut!!! (Yes, we actually did it...but don't worry...I couldn't let all the curls go!)
7 comments:
I am so glad to hear from you--I have been praying for you and thinking of you! So thankful you are seeing God's provision--even if it doesn't look like what ya'll imagined!
I am going to download the Derek Webb album--thanks for the link!
I was so glad to see an update! I have been praying for all of you! Praise God for His faithfulness.
Christine-
Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and faith as you go back to work- they are so encouraging to me and just what I needed right now. Thanks for sharing!
I did not see you guys Wed at church so I did not see Jack's new hair-do. I can't wait. I'm glad for the reassurance that you did not let the curls go completely, though. I LOVE THEM!
I am glad that all is going well now that you are in the working world. I heard Matt is at a new job too. Lots of changes but they sound all good. I know lots of prayer and thought went into all your decisions. Can't wait to see Jack's haircut.......can't wait to see Jack. We really miss you and hope the holidays get us together sometime. YIKES.....did I just say HOLIDAY? Oh my. Love you all 3 bunches.
Thanks for the update. I've been thinking of you. Teaching is hard and tiring even without kids. Your students are blessed to have you. And Jack has a wonderful mommy! Are you coming to Abilene for Homecoming? Love you.
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Christine-
We just got an email about your Dad. We are praying for ALL of you.
ABL
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