It’s been a fun few days. I absolutely love getting to walk to everywhere I want to go. What a treat! I’m meeting more neighbors on the street and finding new little places to eat in my neighborhood.
It feels like I’ve been back for a month or two, but I’ve only been back 12 days. I’m anxious to get settled in my own place and get classes going, but it’s also nice to have the slow pace of putting all of the pieces together.
After some negotiating and lots of prayer, the landlord of the house I want to rent agreed to our first amount of $400 per month. The house is big, with plenty of space for my classes and some extra bedrooms for visitors. It needs a lot of work, which will come out of my pocket, but I can do anything I want to with it. I can’t wait to get started! I’ll paint the whole place, including ceilings, and the kitchen needs some updating. But that stuff is easy to get done down here. It will be interesting whom God will put in my path for those opportunities. Jason, an ex-pat friend, who runs the guest house I’m living in and will also be my neighbor, does this kind of thing all of the time and he has a lot of insight and inspiration to draw from. He has been running the house that I’m going to rent as a current Guest house. He knows the condition of everything starting out and he has great ideas. He also knows lots of workers to get the job done. It will be fun.
I have everything that I need for myself to move in and get settled. I have some furniture, but very little. It will look sparse for awhile, but I will be ever so happy living in my own place and setting up for classes and ministry. I’ll call the place Living Grace House (after the new ministry that God has given me). There is a lot to do, and normally I’m a crazy – want to get it all done at once and right now – kind of person. But I’m enjoying the contentment that God is giving me and seeing how is working in other people’s lives through this experience.
I’m still reading the Grace Walk book and still loving it! I’m thankful to have time to read and study right now, while waiting for the time to start classes. I want to always be a sponge, ready to soak up God’s teachings and guidance.
Lots of people are chomping at the bit for the English Bible Study Group to start back up. I’m ready, too, but need to wait until I’m in my own place. We are having fun meeting new students and making plans.
I’ve been so blessed by visits from friends this past week. It makes my heart so happy to have a place where all of my friends are welcome. What a treasure.
I’ve really enjoyed going to the bi-lingual church with other NA missionaries. I get to see those friends, as well as worship in such a blessed atmosphere. We have service early on Sunday mornings, so this also allows me to go to the churches of some of my friends during the week, also. I’m loving it!
I’m still working on getting all the details of the new ministry (Living Grace) on paper to share with everyone. So many thoughts are percolating in my head. God will filter them all when the time is right.
I have to share a special blessing that started this week. One of the long term guests here at Jason’s Guest House is Laura. She is here in Nica for a while (months) and is learning Spanish and looking for a job to use her talents and education. Part of what she does is analyze businesses and organizations (including non-profits) to determine if the procedures and policies are effective and if the entity is performing as intended. Among her expertise is consulting and advising. She and I started a conversation on her very first day and I had goosebumps by the end of the discussion. I knew that God had brought here for me (as well as His other plans for her). We are working on wording my mission statement and all that goes into communicating about Living Grace Ministry. She said that she was looking for some organizations and ministries to volunteer her time and talents. I raised my hand and said Pick Me! I’m so very excited and thankful. God is amazing.
A couple, who are missionary friends of mine, had their first baby yesterday. It was exciting for us all. There are a lot of the NA missionaries who are starting families this year. So far there have been 6 pregnancies and they are all girls! A few are due in the next month or so. What fun! (I can say that, since I’m not the one who has to get up all hours of the night for feedings! Ha)
Well, time to go to bed. I’m so thankful that I am comfortable in my temporary place. My room is plenty big and the bed is comfy. I have windows on 2 walls, so with a breeze and my little fans, I’m quite comfortable. In fact, I hate to get up some mornings, because it feels so good! I hope to put a ceiling fan in my bedroom at my place. I may not be seen for days, then!
I’m so thankful to God for everything He is allowing in my life. All the blessings and all the challenges. I want Jesus to live His life through me and I’m thankful for the lessons He teaches me to make that happen.
God is good. I am blessed.
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Thursday, January 23, 2014
January 20-23, 2014
The last few days have been fun and interesting. I’m feeling very blessed.
I sleep really well in my temporary bedroom at the guest house. I’m enjoying the company of Maureen and Craig, who are other North Americans renting rooms this month. There have been a couple of other people here just for a night or so, but we three are the main ones right now.
I’m enjoying exploring this part of town, and it’s so wonderful to be within walking distance of almost everywhere I want to go. Some of my favorite places are fun to find from this direction. I was used to getting to them from the other side of town. I love that each new place is being filed away on the Monopoly board in my mind. ☺
I took some clothes to the lavandería to washed and dried and to meet the ladies there. I paid the housekeeper here at the guest house to wash my ‘no-dry’ clothes. It makes me sound lazy, but it gives her an extra income and the first day that I met her, she gave me her rate for washing clothes. She was so happy that I was pleased with her work. It’s so great to be able to give someone a personal feeling of achievement and not just money. I try to remember to look at each person as God does and let them feel honored and valued. I don’t mean that in a haughty way, I mean it as a fellow child of God. I’m thankful for the way that He allows interaction with each other if we will only open our eyes and hearts.
I’ve gotten to eat some street food from some special vendors and I love it! It’s so tasty and cheap! It satisfies me on many different levels. I’m also having fun meeting the people on my street who own various tiny stores in the front of their houses. Love the neighborhood feeling here.
Monday night, there were 4 new students for English Bible Study Group, who came over to get to know me and each other. It wasn’t an official class night, so we didn’t have the regular students, except for Franklin, who never misses a chance to practice his English with me. What a great group of people. I love their different personalities and how everyone kind of gelled and felt a part of something bigger than themselves. As hungry as they are for practicing English, they are hungry to study the Word, too. I think it’s going to be an awesome year of study and fellowship!
I’ve been reading a book recommended by my friend Tamara. It’s titled “Grace Walk” by Steve McVey. It is wonderful! Of course, I’m a sucker for anything with the word Grace in it, but this book is very good. It helps me to understand more of how to have a truly personal walk with God and also has helped me to understand a little better some of the things that God has brought me through in the last year.
As I’m watching for God to show me how HE wants this ministry to be this year, I’m seeing/feeling/understanding different things from many different experiences that He is leading me through. I want to walk through each day with my eyes/ears/heart wide open to not miss a thing. If it’s from HIM, it’s a treasure, whether it’s comfortable or not, whether it’s happy or not, whether it makes sense to my little mind or not… He is faithful in completing HIS plans and I’m just a small part. I’m thankful that He allows me to know Him, love Him, and serve Him.
I sleep really well in my temporary bedroom at the guest house. I’m enjoying the company of Maureen and Craig, who are other North Americans renting rooms this month. There have been a couple of other people here just for a night or so, but we three are the main ones right now.
I’m enjoying exploring this part of town, and it’s so wonderful to be within walking distance of almost everywhere I want to go. Some of my favorite places are fun to find from this direction. I was used to getting to them from the other side of town. I love that each new place is being filed away on the Monopoly board in my mind. ☺
I took some clothes to the lavandería to washed and dried and to meet the ladies there. I paid the housekeeper here at the guest house to wash my ‘no-dry’ clothes. It makes me sound lazy, but it gives her an extra income and the first day that I met her, she gave me her rate for washing clothes. She was so happy that I was pleased with her work. It’s so great to be able to give someone a personal feeling of achievement and not just money. I try to remember to look at each person as God does and let them feel honored and valued. I don’t mean that in a haughty way, I mean it as a fellow child of God. I’m thankful for the way that He allows interaction with each other if we will only open our eyes and hearts.
I’ve gotten to eat some street food from some special vendors and I love it! It’s so tasty and cheap! It satisfies me on many different levels. I’m also having fun meeting the people on my street who own various tiny stores in the front of their houses. Love the neighborhood feeling here.
Monday night, there were 4 new students for English Bible Study Group, who came over to get to know me and each other. It wasn’t an official class night, so we didn’t have the regular students, except for Franklin, who never misses a chance to practice his English with me. What a great group of people. I love their different personalities and how everyone kind of gelled and felt a part of something bigger than themselves. As hungry as they are for practicing English, they are hungry to study the Word, too. I think it’s going to be an awesome year of study and fellowship!
I’ve been reading a book recommended by my friend Tamara. It’s titled “Grace Walk” by Steve McVey. It is wonderful! Of course, I’m a sucker for anything with the word Grace in it, but this book is very good. It helps me to understand more of how to have a truly personal walk with God and also has helped me to understand a little better some of the things that God has brought me through in the last year.
As I’m watching for God to show me how HE wants this ministry to be this year, I’m seeing/feeling/understanding different things from many different experiences that He is leading me through. I want to walk through each day with my eyes/ears/heart wide open to not miss a thing. If it’s from HIM, it’s a treasure, whether it’s comfortable or not, whether it’s happy or not, whether it makes sense to my little mind or not… He is faithful in completing HIS plans and I’m just a small part. I’m thankful that He allows me to know Him, love Him, and serve Him.
Saturday, January 18, 2014
January 15-19, 2014
Oh how wonderful to be back in Nica! And how exciting to be here on my own, close to so much in town, near friends and Nica family. And how glorious to be in God’s will and living in the strength and boldness of the Holy Spirit to help me live in obedience to Him. I am so blessed!
There are 6 rooms in this guest house. Right now, there are 3 monthly renters, including myself. I share a bathroom with one other person, but it’s not trouble at all. I have a furnished room, so my stuff is still stored at my friend’s house next door. It’s very handy to just run next door and dig through my mountain of stuff and grab what I need. Here at the guest house, we share a living room, tv room, dining room and kitchen. There is a gated front porch, and even though it’s on a busy street, it’s very peaceful for me. ( I learned to block out noise when I lived in NYC for 2 years) We have cable, a large screen tv and internet all included in our rent. It’s a very nice set up! I’m thankful to be here and get to explore the options that God has planned for my ‘permanent’ home. There’s no pressure. And it’s fun!
I am learning where lots of things are here in the neighborhood. I had breakfast at a nice little spot on the corner for just over a dollar us. I’m 1 ½ blocks from a park, my haircut lady, a fresh market and lots of little stores are on my street. I’m only about 4 blocks from a major grocery store in one direction and 2 blocks from a medium size one in the other direction. I’m 4-7 blocks from almost all of my favorite restaurants, central park, central market, etc… And I love walking so much! Living here reminds me so much of living in NYC and I absolutely love getting to ‘be’ in the middle of ‘life’ going on all around me. I’m happy as a clam!
I think I’ve narrowed down the options for God’s place for me to move in to. He’s showing me many aspects of what He wants the ministry to be for this year and what things that I need to consider when making my decisions. I could just rent a room somewhere very cheap for just myself. But He is directing me to rent someplace big enough to be the center of the ministry. A place with a suitable kitchen & living room to have people over, plenty of space for classrooms for Bible Studies and sewing/skills classes. A place that I will feel safe and will have access to things that I don’t even know that I will need. He has it all planned out and I’m excited as He turns each page to reveal more day by day.
I’m walking a lot each day and I happily trek to the stores, restaurants and meeting up with people. I know that my health will be so much better! I’m also not eating as much, since I can have my own schedule for meals and can eat the weird meals that are best for my body and it’s issues. Basic living is so nice! Hard sometimes, but nice!
I’m working on putting the plans and thoughts, prayer requests and praises of the ministry on paper to share with prayer partners and supporters. God has so many things going on in my mind right now. I’m allowing Him to filter them to the point of communication. I want to be honest and authentic in everything I do and I don’t want to get ahead of Him and His plans.
He is awesome and I love my Father, my Jesus and my Holy Spirit with all my heart. I am so humbled and thrilled that He would use my redeemed life for His glory. He is worthy of so much more than me, but I belong to Him and I pray that I don’t hinder Him in using my life as an example of His wonderful grace and mercy and His power of redemption. Awesome God!
There are 6 rooms in this guest house. Right now, there are 3 monthly renters, including myself. I share a bathroom with one other person, but it’s not trouble at all. I have a furnished room, so my stuff is still stored at my friend’s house next door. It’s very handy to just run next door and dig through my mountain of stuff and grab what I need. Here at the guest house, we share a living room, tv room, dining room and kitchen. There is a gated front porch, and even though it’s on a busy street, it’s very peaceful for me. ( I learned to block out noise when I lived in NYC for 2 years) We have cable, a large screen tv and internet all included in our rent. It’s a very nice set up! I’m thankful to be here and get to explore the options that God has planned for my ‘permanent’ home. There’s no pressure. And it’s fun!
I am learning where lots of things are here in the neighborhood. I had breakfast at a nice little spot on the corner for just over a dollar us. I’m 1 ½ blocks from a park, my haircut lady, a fresh market and lots of little stores are on my street. I’m only about 4 blocks from a major grocery store in one direction and 2 blocks from a medium size one in the other direction. I’m 4-7 blocks from almost all of my favorite restaurants, central park, central market, etc… And I love walking so much! Living here reminds me so much of living in NYC and I absolutely love getting to ‘be’ in the middle of ‘life’ going on all around me. I’m happy as a clam!
I think I’ve narrowed down the options for God’s place for me to move in to. He’s showing me many aspects of what He wants the ministry to be for this year and what things that I need to consider when making my decisions. I could just rent a room somewhere very cheap for just myself. But He is directing me to rent someplace big enough to be the center of the ministry. A place with a suitable kitchen & living room to have people over, plenty of space for classrooms for Bible Studies and sewing/skills classes. A place that I will feel safe and will have access to things that I don’t even know that I will need. He has it all planned out and I’m excited as He turns each page to reveal more day by day.
I’m walking a lot each day and I happily trek to the stores, restaurants and meeting up with people. I know that my health will be so much better! I’m also not eating as much, since I can have my own schedule for meals and can eat the weird meals that are best for my body and it’s issues. Basic living is so nice! Hard sometimes, but nice!
I’m working on putting the plans and thoughts, prayer requests and praises of the ministry on paper to share with prayer partners and supporters. God has so many things going on in my mind right now. I’m allowing Him to filter them to the point of communication. I want to be honest and authentic in everything I do and I don’t want to get ahead of Him and His plans.
He is awesome and I love my Father, my Jesus and my Holy Spirit with all my heart. I am so humbled and thrilled that He would use my redeemed life for His glory. He is worthy of so much more than me, but I belong to Him and I pray that I don’t hinder Him in using my life as an example of His wonderful grace and mercy and His power of redemption. Awesome God!
January 12-14, 2014
These last days in the states were spent visiting with people, finishing shopping and packing for Nica, packing up my stuff at Deanna’s so she can use my room when needed, and lots of prayer about what God has planned.
I always stress over getting every inch and ounce allowed in my luggage/tubs. I actually packed my laptop bag full (that’s my traveling version of a purse), my carryon filled with important stuff, my large suitcase and one trunk filled with all types of things to make my life easier in Nica, as well as gifts for my Nica friends. I knew that I was getting very full and heavy, but I was trusting that God would let my luggage make the cut!
I actually have 2 more trunks packed and ready to be brought down by friends coming in the spring. And then, of course, I’ll be traveling back and forth for a short visit in April. I’ll have a list of more stuff to bring down then, too! I’m thankful that God allows blessings to be brought down to Nica.
Anyway, after getting all packed and getting my 3 months of meds, taking care of some personal financial responsibilities, finishing my 2013 taxes (almost anyway), I got the chance to visit with some dear people who are praying extra for my ministry in 2014. They are coming along side and have different talents, skills and wisdom to round out the team of advisors/prayer warriors that are needed to make this ministry be as effective as possible. I’m so blessed!
Ok. On Jan 14, I traveled to Nica. It was a smooth day of travel, but long and tiring, nonetheless. I prayed that God would keep me aware of people that He was bringing across my path that day and that I wouldn’t just tune out in travel mode. He was very in that aspect. I actually had a very quick, but meaningful conversation with someone who works at the airport. She wrote down my name, looked me up on facebook and when I turned my facebook on in Nica, there was a friend request from her and a nice message. We are going to keep in touch and I find it awesome that God made and grew that connection when I didn’t even realize it. How sovereign is He?! There was also a guy who sat next to me on the plane who was special. Without going into details right now, I was encouraged and blessed to have the discussion with him and he asked for my contact info for he and his fiancé to get in touch in the future. I don’t know if he will really call, but I will pray for him and God’s touch on His life.
Jorge picked me up from the airport in his taxi and we crammed my luggage into the car. I had not been practicing my Spanish hardly at all in the states, but we did just fine conversing on the way to León. We have very funny conversations and he is a good man and good friend. I treasure him, Lesly and little Bruno very much as friends. I was very tired by the time we got to my new temporary room at a guest house (called Harvest House). It was about 11:30pm and I just jumped into my sleeping clothes and fell into bed. I had no idea what the house, room, bed or anything looked like. I just knew that God would make me feel comfortable. I slept very well.
It was so wonderful to be back in Nica and I’m super excited to see all the pieces of my life come together in God’s plan for what He has for me to do this year. I am blessed beyond words! All Glory goes to HIM!
I always stress over getting every inch and ounce allowed in my luggage/tubs. I actually packed my laptop bag full (that’s my traveling version of a purse), my carryon filled with important stuff, my large suitcase and one trunk filled with all types of things to make my life easier in Nica, as well as gifts for my Nica friends. I knew that I was getting very full and heavy, but I was trusting that God would let my luggage make the cut!
I actually have 2 more trunks packed and ready to be brought down by friends coming in the spring. And then, of course, I’ll be traveling back and forth for a short visit in April. I’ll have a list of more stuff to bring down then, too! I’m thankful that God allows blessings to be brought down to Nica.
Anyway, after getting all packed and getting my 3 months of meds, taking care of some personal financial responsibilities, finishing my 2013 taxes (almost anyway), I got the chance to visit with some dear people who are praying extra for my ministry in 2014. They are coming along side and have different talents, skills and wisdom to round out the team of advisors/prayer warriors that are needed to make this ministry be as effective as possible. I’m so blessed!
Ok. On Jan 14, I traveled to Nica. It was a smooth day of travel, but long and tiring, nonetheless. I prayed that God would keep me aware of people that He was bringing across my path that day and that I wouldn’t just tune out in travel mode. He was very in that aspect. I actually had a very quick, but meaningful conversation with someone who works at the airport. She wrote down my name, looked me up on facebook and when I turned my facebook on in Nica, there was a friend request from her and a nice message. We are going to keep in touch and I find it awesome that God made and grew that connection when I didn’t even realize it. How sovereign is He?! There was also a guy who sat next to me on the plane who was special. Without going into details right now, I was encouraged and blessed to have the discussion with him and he asked for my contact info for he and his fiancé to get in touch in the future. I don’t know if he will really call, but I will pray for him and God’s touch on His life.
Jorge picked me up from the airport in his taxi and we crammed my luggage into the car. I had not been practicing my Spanish hardly at all in the states, but we did just fine conversing on the way to León. We have very funny conversations and he is a good man and good friend. I treasure him, Lesly and little Bruno very much as friends. I was very tired by the time we got to my new temporary room at a guest house (called Harvest House). It was about 11:30pm and I just jumped into my sleeping clothes and fell into bed. I had no idea what the house, room, bed or anything looked like. I just knew that God would make me feel comfortable. I slept very well.
It was so wonderful to be back in Nica and I’m super excited to see all the pieces of my life come together in God’s plan for what He has for me to do this year. I am blessed beyond words! All Glory goes to HIM!
Saturday, January 11, 2014
December 30, 2013 - January 11, 2014
Quite a few days (and a couple of years) included in this post.
I enjoyed my last days in Indiana by visiting with friends and family. Terry and Sandy were feeling poorly, so they rested a little bit. I loved having the down time to rest and to eat all the yummy left overs! I enjoyed getting to share with people about what God is up to in Nica and what His plans are for me in 2014.
I started out for AR on New Year’s morning. I enjoyed the drive and made good time. With the threat of icy roads overnight, I decided to drive as far as possible before sunset, so that I could be closer to AR before stopping for the night. I ended up stopping in Lebanon MO and it was getting very cold and windy. I found a little hotel and the desk lady gave me a recommendation on a really good family owned BBQ restaurant. I enjoyed the warmth of the restaurant and the very good food. I even told the head cook that I had never had brisket as good. I got back to the hotel and got warmed up. The wind was very cold. I watched a little tv, made some phone calls to report my progress to those checking on me and snuggled up in the bed.
On Thursday (Jan2), the roads were covered with ice and snow and the wind was still blowing pretty hard. I took my time and noticed many cars and trucks that had spun off the road. It looked like a few fender benders, but mostly spinning and stuck in the median or shoulders. The farther southwest I drove, the less snow and ice on the road. I was able to still take the little highway shortcut to Rogers. I was thankful for that. I made it through Pea Ridge in time to join my friend Zandra for lunch at her work. It was a great treat for me. I love that girl, and we don’t get the chance to see each other too much. I got to Deanna’s and unloaded the car and kicked off my shoes and declared myself stationary!
I ran some errands on Friday, and then bad weather moved in Saturday, which kept most everyone off of the roads again. No church for me on Sunday. I got to watch some on TV. I did get a ton of laundry done over the weekend, including the sheets, so I was cozy and comfy!
During the week, there was good driving days and then bad driving days. I ran errands and met with people when the weather permitted. I’ve been back in the states almost 6 weeks and probably have had about 2 weeks of usable days to get around. Crazy!
I’ve spent some time working on plans for the ministry when I get back to Nica on January 14. I’ve also spent a lot of time working on 2013 taxes. Blah. But it has gone pretty well. I’m thankful that the internet makes it possible to track things so easily.
I’ve also gotten to cook and bake some. I love working in the kitchen and I look forward to getting to do that more when I get back to Nica. It will be interesting to see how many items I can find there to cook with. There is a group of people who concentrate on healthy foods, so I’m looking forward to seeking them out for advice and recipes. I’m going to work on my health in 2014. I’ve already started some better habits, and I think I’m ready to really make the life changes that I need and not treat them as temporary.
I spent today shopping for the last of the items needed to take back to Nica. I worked on packing luggage for me to take on Tuesday and also a couple of trunks for the FBCR Spring Break team to bring to me in March.
I’ll be in a temporary new place when I get back to Nica on Tuesday night. I can’t wait. And I’ll be praying about where God will put me more permanently. He is faithful and my provider, and I know that He has it all worked out. I’m ready to be obedient and to look for His plans.
I’ve had lots of messages from friends in Nica. Many of the students are telling me they are ready to start Bible Studies again. Me, too!
I’m very happy and excited to see how the ministry unfolds for this year. I’m so thankful that God is simplifying my serving to focus on Bible Studies, women’s ministry (including young ladies), English Bible study and sewing/skills classes. I’m so blessed. I thank Him for putting these passions in my heart and allowing me to follow those passions. My desire is for Him to be Glorified in Everything!! He is Worthy!
I enjoyed my last days in Indiana by visiting with friends and family. Terry and Sandy were feeling poorly, so they rested a little bit. I loved having the down time to rest and to eat all the yummy left overs! I enjoyed getting to share with people about what God is up to in Nica and what His plans are for me in 2014.
I started out for AR on New Year’s morning. I enjoyed the drive and made good time. With the threat of icy roads overnight, I decided to drive as far as possible before sunset, so that I could be closer to AR before stopping for the night. I ended up stopping in Lebanon MO and it was getting very cold and windy. I found a little hotel and the desk lady gave me a recommendation on a really good family owned BBQ restaurant. I enjoyed the warmth of the restaurant and the very good food. I even told the head cook that I had never had brisket as good. I got back to the hotel and got warmed up. The wind was very cold. I watched a little tv, made some phone calls to report my progress to those checking on me and snuggled up in the bed.
On Thursday (Jan2), the roads were covered with ice and snow and the wind was still blowing pretty hard. I took my time and noticed many cars and trucks that had spun off the road. It looked like a few fender benders, but mostly spinning and stuck in the median or shoulders. The farther southwest I drove, the less snow and ice on the road. I was able to still take the little highway shortcut to Rogers. I was thankful for that. I made it through Pea Ridge in time to join my friend Zandra for lunch at her work. It was a great treat for me. I love that girl, and we don’t get the chance to see each other too much. I got to Deanna’s and unloaded the car and kicked off my shoes and declared myself stationary!
I ran some errands on Friday, and then bad weather moved in Saturday, which kept most everyone off of the roads again. No church for me on Sunday. I got to watch some on TV. I did get a ton of laundry done over the weekend, including the sheets, so I was cozy and comfy!
During the week, there was good driving days and then bad driving days. I ran errands and met with people when the weather permitted. I’ve been back in the states almost 6 weeks and probably have had about 2 weeks of usable days to get around. Crazy!
I’ve spent some time working on plans for the ministry when I get back to Nica on January 14. I’ve also spent a lot of time working on 2013 taxes. Blah. But it has gone pretty well. I’m thankful that the internet makes it possible to track things so easily.
I’ve also gotten to cook and bake some. I love working in the kitchen and I look forward to getting to do that more when I get back to Nica. It will be interesting to see how many items I can find there to cook with. There is a group of people who concentrate on healthy foods, so I’m looking forward to seeking them out for advice and recipes. I’m going to work on my health in 2014. I’ve already started some better habits, and I think I’m ready to really make the life changes that I need and not treat them as temporary.
I spent today shopping for the last of the items needed to take back to Nica. I worked on packing luggage for me to take on Tuesday and also a couple of trunks for the FBCR Spring Break team to bring to me in March.
I’ll be in a temporary new place when I get back to Nica on Tuesday night. I can’t wait. And I’ll be praying about where God will put me more permanently. He is faithful and my provider, and I know that He has it all worked out. I’m ready to be obedient and to look for His plans.
I’ve had lots of messages from friends in Nica. Many of the students are telling me they are ready to start Bible Studies again. Me, too!
I’m very happy and excited to see how the ministry unfolds for this year. I’m so thankful that God is simplifying my serving to focus on Bible Studies, women’s ministry (including young ladies), English Bible study and sewing/skills classes. I’m so blessed. I thank Him for putting these passions in my heart and allowing me to follow those passions. My desire is for Him to be Glorified in Everything!! He is Worthy!
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