Sunday, July 10, 2005
Things I'm Doing
- Beginning to put together a chapter outline for my first book, a bible study that will focus on the 5th chapter of Mark.
- Waiting for a plot of land to come available so we can begin construction on our new home.
- Trying to listen more to my husband, and to minister to him in all things.
- Praying for my brother, a single dad who is working hard and going to school. He is a former satanist who is now a self-proclaimed child of God. He is running after the things of Christ with all of his heart, and it is a great victory for the kingdom that he is now on their side.
Trying to keep duct tape on my daughter's finger so as to clear up a wart that has reared its ugly head.
Side story here. My kids and I were getting ready to pray before bed, and we were talking about my daughter's wart. My 8 year old son, ever the intent listener during Children's Church and always available to offer words of advice, said in a soothing voice, "Sis, I think you might have leprosy, and let me tell you why..." He went on to explain the medical implications of the disease, up to and including loss of appendages. My son ended his diagnosis by revealing the social implications of said disease, but comforted her with the words "Even though you're supposed to go away, I think Mom and Dad might let you stay, at least until you are old enough to get a job."
My daughter, who believes her brother first and asks questions later, looked at me with horrified eyes and on the verge of tears asked "CAN I STILL LIVE WITH YOU WHEN MY FINGERs FALL OFF?"
After reassuring her that she did not, in fact, have leprosy and thus could continue living with us, I told my son that until he had the letters MD behind his name he was not allowed to diagnose his sister. We then went on to pray for her healing.
Back to my list.
- I'm praying for God to plant the seeds in the hearts of our future core group, that He would begin to raise up the families we are to minister with. May we all be of one accord, and all about His glory.
So that's what I'm doing today. I'm feeling better, and am writing a story about something that happened to me as a child, and how God revealed Himself through it. It was a beautiful reminder of what God has done in my life, and how truly faithful He has been to me.
Have a wonderful day, my friends.
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