Trust me

Yesterday was Chris' 31st birthday. I must admit, i wasn't the best company throughout the day.  My attitude stunk and I was weepy.  We had put an offer on our dream house, and was waiting to hear back regarding a counter. Our agent said we would hear from them Friday or Saturday morning, but we didn't.  All day, I was grieving what could have been...confused as to why God would open and shut the door.  I was weepy while on facetime with our good friends, the Joys in England.  A few areas of my life are being challenged, and the Lord keeps telling me, be patient.  Its so hard to do, and once again, I am thankful that the Lord understands I am human and struggle with this area.  While doing my devotional for the day, my Streams in the Desert was talking about how during our hard times, the Lord is there.  He is there whispering, I love you.  He is the one that has put us in the situation...He is the one teaching us more and more about Him... His love, His grace, His faithfulness.  I am His and He is mine.  After spending some much needed time with the Lord, we went to Loveless cafe for a yummy lunch.  Someone had blessed us with a meal out for Chris' birthday, so Chris opted for Loveless.  We waited an hour and 40 minutes, but it was well worth the wait? While waiting, we went on a trip down the Nachez Trace and enjoyed Gods beauty.  Then played checkers and corn hull at the cafe before being seated.  Much to Chris' dismay, the entire restaurant sang happy birthday to him while he enjoyed some key lime pie.  Since that is not something done regularly in the UK, he was super embarrassed!  It was fun! We came home, enjoyed Mary Poppins and popcorn and the kids went to bed early (although they both cried throughout the night!).  We watched ' The Butler', which was very interesting.  It is amazing how much an individual can go through in their life, and the many lessons they learn.  This morning while taking a shower, I just began praying... God, please help me through all of this. Please give us wisdom, please guide our steps.  I heard Him say ' trust me'.  Ok God, I will trust you... no matter the outcome, I will trust You!
So now we are off to church.  We have not been in awhile due to sick kids...but this week we get to go. Chris is excited to talk to someone about the band, and I am going to talk to someone about the welcome team.  I want to use this season to glorify the Lord. I want to be a witness to others, as hard as that is at times... of patience, and joy while enduring a slight hardship.  Thank you God that we can trust YOU!

This is Chris and the girls at Loveless Cafe