02 December 2007

Ups and Downs

It seems as though this is a tough day....Friday was good, even Thursday. We saw God take us quickly through government processes that we thought would take a LONG time. But, we did them in record time, actually. Praise God. He can get through governmental "red tape"!

:)

However, today seems a bit tougher. We are so longing to be in Peru and feeling the reality of the fact that it's been over three years since we started the process of thinking and praying about being a part of the work there. It's hard, from our perspective, to wait and wait and wait. As an American...I'm not used to this kind of patience. Lord, forgive me and help me.

7 comments:

mikepettengill said...

All days are good in the Lord.

He still has something for you to see/learn/experience.

Trust him all days "good" and "bad".

Unknown said...

Oh my friend...I understand your frustration/anxiety/"ready to leave NOW" thoughts. And, although the heart is willing, but the flesh is weak. We pray for your family every night during our evening prayers. We know that God has planned for you the perfect time for you to be leaving. Rest in that.

newcityjim said...

Thanks, you two. It always helps to hear from fellow sojourners.

Mary Bell said...

i love this new blog!! praying for you guys!! miss you too! love, mary bell

Melanie said...

My team leader was telling me last week how God sends us to certain cultures that will both accentuate and help refine parts of our personalities. And patience refinement has only just begun my friend....

Lindsey said...

Just wanted to say the McCanns sympathize with your frustrations and hurts. We are praying the Lord's perfect timing for your family and getting to Peru.

newcityjim said...

Wow. Thanks, one and all, for your thoughts and comments. For the record, I am completely blessed by knowing you all and by your comments.

God is good!

All the time!