I had no idea how today would end. When something unexpected happens, and is bad, like worrying about finances or computers crash. It’s easy to say, “yeah, I have trust and faith and I know this will work out,” and honestly, this time it was a little easier since God has been so visably faithful the last few days with our trip. Still, I wonder how much I place God in a box, thinking I know what’s best (I know I need a computer God & I know you’re gonna get me one!) but in truth, maybe God knows something I don’t and I don’t need a computer. It’s hard to really discern the truth when lies are thrown at you all day long.
Anyway, after Shane looked at my computer and declared it a loss, I just prayed, and asked friends to pray. And in a matter of hours, God had provided more than I needed. To top it off, we had an additional three people I work with say they wanted to invest some funds in the trip, which helps the stress that is coming from seeing the exchange rate grow every day, and not knowing how far our dollar is going to go there – or what things we might not have budgeted for.
I don’t think I have ever experienced such peace and comfort. I feel like I’m in a dream or something. I know I am so not worthy of this grace that has been provided and I feel so undeserving. It makes me think about how often I take forgranted the eternal – the fact Christ has shed his blood for me…for all of us here on earth. How sacred that is.
It’s quieting. Humbling. Thought provoking. Joyful. Grateful. Yet, all beyond what these simple words can communicate.
To use words to describe this thankfulness would be trite.
September 1, 2006 at 8:41 am
Glad things are all coming together!
I don’t think we’re going to make it up to Edinburgh whilst you guys are over, but we’ll be praying you have a great trip and that it’s really fruitful. (I hope you you don’t get too cold and wet up there in Scotland too!!)