Beyond all question, the mystery from which true godliness springs is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, was taken up in glory.
1 Timothy 3:16
When I was in Bolivia, the number one thing I missed (besides friends, family, and my dogs) was Fall. I missed having fours season, no matter how much I loved the "perfect" and dependable weather of Bolivia. However, now that I am back I am realizing that there is a very real cost for such beauty. I have come home to the coldest winter that Georgia has had since before my birth.
November, I accepted I was going to be cold until I adjusted. That was fine. I had Thanksgiving with my family. I got to cook a feast for my family and I loved it. December rolled around and I realized, I was not going to adapt. I had to learn how to endure. Now it is January. A new year and we have only had three days above freezing. I have to ask myself, why did I come home. (This is meant to be funny, not sad). Then, I have to remind myself that God sent me back. I needed to be here for whatever purpose He has chosen.
I have not figured it all out, but I am trying to be a trooper. I am searching for a home. I am looking into getting a new car. I am opening up and relying on good friends unlike ever before. I am looking forward and now behind. I am praying over going to India with dear friends as they pass through Texas on their way home from Bolivia. Or going to Thailand to check out a mission involving Human Trafficing Prevention. It has been a passion of mine since I realized how horrible women are treated throughout the entire world.
I am still totally clueless where my future lies. The fog is getting clearer. I am enjoying my job. I wish I knew exactly where my path was leading me, but God knows that I will run ahead like a puppy if He gave me any slack. I chose to trust Him in the unknown.
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