move forward by faith

I was thinking today about my move to this base. I had only been a Christian for a few months and was really desparate for more of God. I had prayed earnestly for God to continue that growth and to let my new found peace exist where we would be going. I longed for a connection and likemindedness. I prayed for my kids to grow and for us to be rooted deeply in things of God. Funny thing is that the closer we got to Holloman the more I seemed to forget my prayer. During the drive the green started to dissappear. I mentally noted things that I didn't like. I said critical things to my husband about the town here. I had a really hard time for a short while. It didn't seem short back then.
What you couldn't tell me then was how much of this journey would be one of faith and not sight. God faithfully answered each one of those prayers way bigger than I had imagined. Sometimes I had to get out of His way to do that. His ways are higher. I had to go through that time of leaning on my eyes so I could grow a deeper trust. I am so grateful beyond words for that now!

so many verses could fit this one!

2 Corinthians 6-8 (The Message)

That's why we live with such good cheer. You won't see us drooping our heads or dragging our feet! Cramped conditions here don't get us down. They only remind us of the spacious living conditions ahead. It's what we trust in but don't yet see that keeps us going. Do you suppose a few ruts in the road or rocks in the path are going to stop us? When the time comes, we'll be plenty ready to exchange exile for homecoming.


Father,
So many EOD people and families are in a phase of adjustment of one kind or another. You know the burdens of each one. Show them how to see with faith that You have a plan for them. Let them see beyond circumstances to know that you can give strength and comfort beyond our comprehension. I pray Your peace over these people tonight. Prepare their hearts for whatever changes are coming. Let them find a quiet place to hear Your still voice. Wrap them in Your unlimited love.
In Jesus' name,
Amen