I (Stacey) am not a "change" person. I've never liked change, even when it is a good change! Therefore, I guess it's pretty natural that as we stand on the edge of moving, changing cultures, jobs, languages and leaving home, I would feel pretty apprehensive.
However, I've been working through the Old Testament for the past 2 weeks or so, and without fail He is daily comforting my soul! Continually He is speaking to my heart...not that I will love every change, or even that I will consistently happy in Haiti. Instead, He's constantly affirming in me that HE commands our destiny, our future, our lives. We are in His hand, come what may, and He wil watch over and guide us.
Just last night, 2 Samuel 24:14 gave such affirmation. We see David facing some severe consequences for sinning against the Lord. A prophet comes to him, and outlines several possible punishments for Daniel's disobedience. In the face of some truly terrible things, David speaks in faith. "I am in great distress! Let us now fall into the hand of the Lord, for His mercies are great, but do not let me fall into the hand of man!"
David was terrified to be under the control of anyone but God. We have peace in His hand today, wherever He leads.
"Till He returns, or calls me home, here in the power of Christ I stand!"
the anticipation of this new chapter in your lives has to seem overwhelming right now but so must the excitement of knowing God has brought you to this place, right here right now. What He confirmed to you 2 years ago, is coming to pass. He is faithful to His word and He will watch over it to perform it. You are in good hands! Love Mom
ReplyDeleteIsn't it a fnatastic blessing to be able to live fearlessly in the Lord! Too often as believers, we forget how big God really is. Let everyone know if you guys need anything. Prayers and love for you both. Abby
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