Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him ~Ps.37:7~
"Hurry up and wait" seems to be the order of our summer so far. We have submitted to every requirement for fostering children in this state, but have yet to be licensed. Weeks go by and I say "God, I think we are ready now" , and then another mountain comes into view that we need His help to climb. I am surprised at how often I tell God my timetable on how things should go, thinking He will compromise His sovereignty. But daily I am reminded how thankful I am that the God of yesterday, today, and tomorrow knows what's best for me and my family- His way in His timing.
A few weeks ago, I had to make a hurried trip back to Wyoming to be with family as we said goodbye to our wonderful Grandpa Claude. He lived a hard life, but was one of the most generous & graceful men I have ever known. God allowed us the peace of knowing where he is spending eternity. My sweet Grandpa acknowledged Jesus Christ as his Lord & Savior in his last days on this earth. What a gift to receive!!
The day after I got back from Wyoming, we were blessed to be able to take a real family vacation. We made the 12 hour drive to Florida, anxious to have a beach vacation. Being a mom of four kids and knowing the trip ahead of them, I was amazed at how God kept them content & calm throughout our drive there & back. Matt was able to unwind, have fun, and just soak up family time. The kids were able to play with cousins, appreciate another part of God's beautiful world, and create memories that will brighten their life forever. I found a good sized shell that washed up on the shore right at my feet. That little shell made my week! A little something I can take with me to remember God's faithfulness. He is in the smallest detail of our lives. I thank Him for giving us that week with family to rest & refresh our minds. Florida is beautiful! I highly recommend the beaches near Destin : )
Now we are quickly approaching the middle of July. I see God clearly telling us to continue waiting and know that He is God of EVERYTHING!!! He does everything flawlessly and in a perfectly orchestrated way. Please continue to pray for us as we wait on the Lord. Pray for the children who will be coming into our house. May they be able to soak up our love and see Him in what we say & do. Also, pray that the affected families will be open to truth, restoration, and healing. Wrapping this blog up with one of my favorite promises seems fitting:
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD,
whose confidence is in him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
and never fails to bear fruit." ~Jeremiah 17:7-8
