I think its really important to give God the glory when He answers your prayers and provides for everything you need. I think its important to always share the way God provides for us, to give others hope and encouragement. A few months ago I wasn't sure I could handle being in Fiji anymore. I felt like God was asking me to really trust Him as He took some very important people from us. I know that God has to work in every ones life and what was best for those 3 families was to be relocated elsewhere, but it left a noticeable hole in our lives. Ella Mae's 3 closest friends were gone, her beloved teacher was gone, and 3 very special women were no longer in my daily life. My heart was broken for my family, but we gave it to God and we trusted as we moved forward!
I can say looking back on how many ways God provided that I am so very thankful! He took care of every need and even blessed us beyond! Ella Mae, although she still misses her lovely teacher and her French buddy, she really likes her new teacher and has a new Australian friend. God brought into my life someone who I am extremely blessed by. She was an instant friend and we have so much in common its scary! Gods timing is perfect and He knew that this new friend would not only be a perfect match but also someone who would join in the ministry and have the same love for women and serving the community. If she had not come along when she did I don't think I would have gone forward with a major fundraiser that we have in the works right now. God knew I needed a friend, and not just any friend, He provided the perfect friend!
We have been blessed in Ryan's job, and are very happy with his career decision to come and stay in Fiji. Our church family is truly a powerful blessing and we look forward to growing with them for many years to come. I finally feel like we are home, so much so that we added a furry family member to the house, our sweet dog Treasure! Of course there are still storms and there is a lot going on with my parents. I wish I was closer to help them, but I trust God. He has never let me down and I know that He will take care of everything, just like He always has!
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
AND BE THANKFUL! I want Gods peace, and for that my faith must be deepened. God never stops working on my heart and my faith cannot be deepened without trial, and I will try my best to be thankful in advance as I wait on the Lord to bring His promises into completion. I've noticed that as He increases my peace my patience is improving. I struggle with lashing out in anger and frustration at those I love when I am stressed and it is an area I have committed to the Lord to change in me. That is exactly what He is doing. When I seek Him in stress I receive His peace and my long-suffering is increased. I am slowly learning to stay calm when I would usually lose my cool. I have a long way to go, but by reflecting on all of His past provision it is easier to trust Him with future worries and fears and not let them rule my heart and attitude! To God be the glory, He is not done with me yet!
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