Where to begin?????
I'll start with what has been on my mind (along with Jim's). Many of you already know that, as of January, Jim will no longer have a job with Michael Foods.
So many mixed emotions came with that news. Okay - I felt the need to freak out! I so wish I could say that I was able to "trust in the Lord with all my heart..." I wish my response (instead of wanting to freak out) was just "huh - I wonder what God has planned for us." I can say though, that I started calling out to God - immediately!
Over the course of the next couple days, numerous verses, and even whole chapters brought to my mind the reality of God's sovereignty. He has confirmed this calling for our lives over and over since we have been here, and I am so appreciative of his grace.
Can I say that I am fear free??? Let's just say that I leave the fears at the feet of my Savior many times a day. My anxiety is less knowing that "He is able to do infinitely more than I can even hope or imagine." I have to trust him and his plan. He cares for me (us)......
Jim has really taken things in stride. He has really been praying about his position at Michael Foods, and what the future was going to hold. He recognized the news as an answer to those prayers (though I think it took him a little off guard).
Last week also brought some sad news in regards to Grandpa Lyle LaCroix. Jim's Grandpa passed away on Thursday. He was a wonderful man, who loved his wife, family, and definitely his country, serving his country faithfully as so many have! He was a great example to Jim and we will all miss his wit, and charm.
We will be in MN this spring celebrating his life and burying him there.
In general - things are going very well. The girls are doing a great job at school. Some days are definitely better than others (for all of us). The cats are catching mice. Zeb is still wiggly and goofy....
Not sure what the holidays hold for us. MN?? I think we are planning to stay around here for Christmas - but Thanksgiving is open (as far as I'm concerned).
If you have any ski plans this winter - let us know. It is beautiful in this valley, and the skiing is great (the company is unmatched as well).
We thank you for supporting us! We know we are covered in prayer, and that financially, things will work out. Please keep pounding the doors of Heaven for those in Salida who need Christ. HRCC continues to strive to offer discipleship, and hope to our city! Let us run the race - to win for our King!
Blessings to you this week!!
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