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| HE IS GOOD!!! |
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| That is not Chiquita... Robersy's new friend at the beach! |
A few weeks ago I popped over to New Jersey with my mom and sisters to get a few things ready for my sisters upcoming wedding. It was a fabulous time with the ladies and in our 4 days there we saw sun, rain AND snow! We never knew what to wear, with the schizophrenic weather patterns, but we enjoyed our time together.
It stretched my trust muscles though!!! I left my darling 2 year old with his daddy. Robersy did a fabulous job - despite teaching my child to pee in the trees - and upon my return Robersy gave me a card thanking me for the time to bond with Josiah.
Yes, they both survived... but it was not easy for his momma! Gosh, the heart strings were pulled tight! I missed him. I missed THEM.
But something I was reminded of is that Josiah's daddy loves him very much.
Since my return I've continued to disciple and teach in various areas, but the subject of TRUST has come up over and over again and I have come to realize that my trust muscles are kind of flabby.
Now, I know every mother would tell me I was completely fine to worry about my toddler while we were away, but the fact is I worry about a whole lot more than just him.
I worry about schedules, ministry, finances, little decisions, big decisions, things that have nothing to do with me...
A Pastor once shared, "Worry is like a rocking chair; it gets you absolutely nowhere, but gives you something to do."
Most of the things we worry about, we have NO control over!
But this I know. Our Daddy loves us very much.
I remember a sweet roommate in college sat on my bed as I sobbed in to the pillow about some ridiculous problem, I'm sure. "Sarah, do you believe we serve an evil God? One that is out to hurt us? One that wants to get us!?"
It might feel that way some times, but as we search the scripture there is no doubt that our Saviour loves us very, VERY much.
Yes, we can trust HIM with our day to day tasks, jobs, money, relationships, decisions, etc. HIS best might not be what we expect... but it will be, well, the best :)
Other than a few days of traveling, we've been busy with our regular teaching and discipleship, but Robersy had a cool opportunity with the baseball academy, where he preaches, to pray over some players that were recruited to play in the States.
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| We're limited on what we can share of the boys at the Academy... so you'll have to settle for a pic of future player Josiah Lara hanging with daddy at the field :) |
We had a little fun with crazy hats and hair at youth group, then celebrated the week after for Independence Day! The kids have been excited about their Quiet Time diaries (the Word of Life daily devotional) and most have been faithful. Today I ran out of candy when I did a surprise check on their Quiet Times! Several hadn't missed even ONE day!
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| The Winners! |
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| Lots of creative ideas. |
We got to see God's beauty from another perspective by climbing a small mountain in Miches. Although a few cheated and hitched a ride to the top, the view was absolutely worth the steep hike!
Josiah has still been enjoying Nursery School and they recently celebrated Independence Day with a presentation. He did well, until he spotted his daddy... but I think he may have his momma's moves after all. Sorry buddy!
Baby girl is doing well. Kicking and moving... and making me very hungry. But as per our last appointment, she is happy and healthy. I have decided on a name, just trying to convince Robersy :)
Ways you can pray for us!
1. Praying about a big move. Seeking the Lord's guidance and HIS will in our lives.
2. We'll be working with Faith Christian school this week on their mission trip to the DR. Pray for our time serving together.
3. This Sunday is Youth Sunday! Praying for those who will sing, lead, share and of course for the parents and visitors that will attend
