Catching My Breath

Time flies whether you are having fun or not. Fall has arrived, the leaves are falling, the pool is closed, the house still isn't sold and hubby is still on the road. No matter what, God is faithful. I can see ways he is working in our lives and in the lives of friends and loved ones.


Our sweet friends, the McK's and their daughter, have just returned from China with their beautiful baby boy. This journey has been two years in the making and I can see how God has richly blessed them. Our other friends, the H's, have two teenagers of their own and this past weekend agreed to take two more teenagers in need of a home into theirs. I am in awe of their selfless sacrifice and commitment to teens in our area, and I see God's hand upon their home and hearts. There are others close to us who are opening their doors to children in need, but their stories are too personal to appear here, but they are on our lips in prayer for strength, wisdom and protection.


On the home front God is working. Jacob is immersed in high school and doing really well. He is thriving in MCJROTC. Back again is the boy we remember along with a new grown up attitude. Thank you Jesus for answered prayer!


Zachary and Candace are facing a health issue for her. We know that God is working in their lives as well and we pray for his healing hands upon her body. We trust that God will provide medical solutions soon and that he will give both of them strength and wisdom to endure this time in their lives.

We decided to host the Youth Prayer Breakfast this school year. (It doesn't look like the house is selling anytime soon, so we might as well use it!) This morning was our first and we had a ton of teens. I am beginning to see teens in a different light. They are such wild, untamed creatures on one hand, but on the other -- they are so delightful and entertaining. Thank you Jesus for this precious opportunity to open our doors and home to these young people.