Life is Hard, But God is Good...

After 15 years of saying goodbye, one would think it would get easier. I am so very thankful for this time with my parents and the adventures we have had together these last 9 days. I’m so thankful for amazing parents & an amazing family. But, the saying goodbye? It’s really not fun. But, I will press on and be faithful to the call that Jesus has placed on my life. Look forward with joy & thanksgiving. Without regret.

Thank you, Jesus, for the blessing of family....

Poppy taught Isaiah & Moriah how to make bread! How did I not get a picture of Moriah & Poppy

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Listen Up...

At the Discipleship Summit this year Jesus kept telling me in multiple ways to be a better listener... 1. He was a great listener! Isaiah 53-"He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, but he did not say anything." 2. Most of the time when I talk, I regret what I said 3. It's a way to be a servant 4. I can learn alot from other people 5. Listening is the best form of counseling...my response can be prayer! As the Lord began to challenge me with this, I began asking to help me with questions to ask people... In the hot tub that afternoon I met an amazing missionary woman who began asking me about my kiddos. Not only did she ask me about their ages, but she also asked what each of their personalities were like. I had to really think about that question. She was genuinely interested in me and it felt amazing! This is going to take alot of effort, but through the power of the Holy Spirit it can be done! I am trusting that this will change my relationships, even with my...

A Dwelling Place

This morning I woke up to a sick baby boy. After sending Isaiah and Moriah to Sunday School, I sat down to hear from the Lord until the Radiate Service started. Consumed by the thought that we may all be sick for Christmas, I looked up "no more sickness" in my online concordance. What came up was a message of hope for me and I pray it brings you hope as well ... Revelation 21:3-8- And I heard a loud voice from the throne, saying, “Behold, the tabernacle of God is among men, and He will dwell among them , and they shall be His people, and God Himself will be among them , and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away.” Exodus 25:8 "Then have them make a sanctuary for me, and I will dwell among them . Exodus 29:45 Then I will dwell among the Israelites and be their God ....

A Promise for Another Year

"I will certainly be with you." Exodus 3:12 It was 2 weeks before we were to start homeschooling again and dread overwhelmed me. Why? Because Isaiah didn't want to homeschool. It was painful to think of another year of trying to convince him that this is what we were called to right now, the best thing for our family. I met with a friend and she told me about a new grant that enables low income families to go to private school. Perfect! Perhaps this was my answer...Isaiah could go to Heartland Christian School. I was sad that this may be God's answer because I would miss the time with him, but wanted the best for the kids. So, I began the application process. I had an unsettling feeling the entire time. When I stopped to hear from the Lord on the issue, I could hear Him saying, "Heather, I've told you to homeschool, given you the curriculum, answered your fears, and you're still not obeying." Ouch! "Okay, Lord, I'll listen, but ...

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