Relief

Well, we’re here!! I was nervous about having Joshua on the planes, but he did great! I don’t think he ever fussed for more than 5 minutes at a time. I thank the Lord for a great baby and a wonderful husband. Today, David planned for us to go to the area we are looking at moving to and to the “mall”. I enjoyed seeing the nicer side of town and the conveniences we will have. There is definitely more than I thought! We were picked up from the airport last night by the man that we will be working with. As my husband would say, he is a blessing. He picked us up this morning and has taken us from place to place and has answered question after question. We really appreciate him. I am looking forward to meeting his wife. She doesn’t speak English, but maybe that will be good for me while I am trying to learn Arabic.

So, I haven’t stopped hearing car horns since I got here. At least one every five seconds, usually more. Crazy. These people blow the horn for everything!

I have only heard the call to prayer once so far today. We were in the mall, and I did not see one person stop to pray. Sam said that they rarely do. So, I feel overwhelmed by the religion, but I guess that’s ok. It’s too much for us, but it’s not too hard for the Lord. He can do all things and I know that it is His will to see people come to trust in Him. Pray for us.

Nervous

Ok, so I'm starting to get nervous! We are in NC tonight and tomorrow, going home Monday, and leaving for N.Africa on Tuesday. I don't believe I would be nervous if I were just vacationing, but I'm going to see my new home and mission field. I have been praying that the Lord Jesus would give me a passion for the place and the people. I know it will be much easier to move there if I have a love for it. I can't believe we have made it this far already. The Lord has been so good to us! The other day, I said 'God bless" you to a lady. Her reply was, "He will". Isn't that true-He will and He has already.

Faithful!

To know a definition of a word is good, but to experience the power of it is life-changing. The Lord is so faithful. During the last couple of weeks, I have been thinking a lot about how faithful the Lord has been to us. So many times He has provided financially just when we needed it! So many times He has given peace when my heart was troubled! So many times He has answered prayers! Even recently, the Lord has answered prayers of mine within minutes and hours of the time I prayed. He is so Good, so Sweet, so Loving, Caring, Giving, Merciful, and Gracious... His love for me really has caused me to love Him more! I am honored to be able to serve the Lord of lords and King of kings, even when it's difficult.

April and May

Busy doesn't even begin to explain the last couple of months. During the last couple of months, we have been in several meetings( at one point they were back to back daily for over 2 weeks!) in many different states. We went to the doctor's office 3 times and to the ER once for sickness. I thought that was over but now I'm sick(bad sore throat) and praying I will get well without a doctor's visit.

We were finally at home a few days this past week and are on the road again. (If you live in GA and I didn't call you to meet up, please forgive me. I had a lot to do and also wanted a date night with my husband.) We should be back in town soon for a couple more days!

We are leaving for a trip to our field in a little more than a month. Please pray for safety and that we will get everything accomplished that needs to be done. Also, for Joshua to adjust well to both the time change and the heat. Thanks!

March Already!?!

Wow, so much has happened since I have written. We have been in several different meetings in several different states, home for a few days, and are leaving again tomorrow for a few weeks. I have really enjoyed being home and it's hard to leave so soon to travel so much. We will be in 4 meetings in 3 different states by Sunday evening.

Joshua is doing well. He is actually sitting up now, playing vigorously, and even saying mama on occasion!! He is a very happy baby. Pray that he stays healthy. He gets a lot of colds and viruses due to our travels and the many different nurseries he has to stay in. We have been in and out of doctors offices and the ER pretty regularly. Thankfully, he is well now!

Pressing On!

We had a great day in these churches in TN today. The Spirit moved and they gave us very generous love offerings. However, we have done lots of traveling. We are now in VA and are headed to my mother-in-laws for the week. Our meeting on Wed. is only an hour from her house. Joshua will get to see Grandma.

Granny Dot is doing a little better. Thanks so much for your prayers! She is awake but still very sick. Keep praying. The Lord is answering our prayers!

Last year we had several meetings close to home and were able to travel back and forth more often. I am still getting used to hardly ever being at home. I know it is getting me ready for the field. I am still praying that God will give me grace as we get closer to moving. This is something I could never do on my own.

By the way, Joshua is now reaching for us when he wants us, taking his pacifier out of his mouth and putting it in again, and I believe he will be sitting up on his own very soon. :)

Granny Dot-Prayer Request

My Grandma is almost 83 years old and has served the Lord for many years. She has been faithfully teaching 2-3 year olds in Sunday School at Old Suwanee Baptist for the last ? years. Over 30, maybe 40 or 50. She has also worked with the Sparks in Awana for about the same amount of time. She loves children and she LOVES the Lord Jesus. She is a role-model to me.

Right now she is in the hospital. She went in with severe pain in her neck and now that seems to be the least of her worries. She has pneumonia and her kidneys are not filtering her blood correctly (although this has improved some, thank the Lord). She has been sleeping the last two days and barely awakes to eat a bite. The doctors do not understand why she is unable to wake up. Your prayers for her are greatly appreciated.

Right now we are in TN and will be going to VA, OH, and back to TN. We will be home for a day or two next month. Pray for me as I long to be by Granny's side.