Have you ever had the feeling that you’re one of the Israelites in the Old Testament and the angel of God’s wrath is setting up camp right outside your measly tent? I kind of feel that way right now, and for the world of me I can’t figure out what Christine or I have done. Maybe he wants our attention to tell us something, or maybe he’s just preparing us for the road ahead.
There has been an eclectic assortment of disappointments/poopy things that have happened to both Christine and I over the past few weeks or so. No, I’m not talking about getting a bad parking spot or stubbing my toe. Yes, I realize that in the big picture that I did wake up in a warm bed, had options for what I’d like to wear, and drank clean water this morning.
Having said that, I must acknowledge that it still hurts to feel disappointed, rejected, and letdown. More than anything I’m seeing the pristine goodness of Christ so much more clearly, mixed with the inevitable sorrow of the world we live in.
I want so desperately to be satisfied in Christ all of the time.
I have hesitated to write a comment because I am a little unfamiliar with the "angel of God's wrath" reference, but you guys have stayed on my mind and heart and so I thought I would go ahead and comment.
ReplyDeleteI think and angel of God's wrath would be with and upon you for reasons of disobedience and deeply embedded sin and heart issues. I do not think this is the case for you guys.
You guys are on the cusp of making big changes and stepping out in faith to serve the Lord.
I think it is far more likely that satan is feeling threatened by you guys and the way you are growing and discovering more of how you are going to be used to serve and advance God's kingdom. Satan will oppose you and try to discourage you and hinder your effectiveness.
So, stand strong in the Lord knowing that He is using you and directing you and I believe He has big plans for you both and Chile.
Hopefully you have been feeling encouraged and good in the last couple weeks and the "poopy-ness" has seized, but I felt I should still encourage you with these words.
I look forward to hearing and seeing how the Lord is working in and through you guys! I think you are both amazing children of God and that He has big plans of how to use you. He has been growing you in the past years to be exactly where He needs you to be as you embark on the journey ahead.
Love you guys and hope to see you this summer!