19 days to have my first breakdown of missing home. Being here is like being on a roller coaster (which I've never really enjoyed in the first place). Some days are great, and I know and am fully satisfied in being here. Other days, like today, I just want to go home.
It probably doesn't help that I stayed home sick today from school. I just want a bowl of chicken 'n stars and to watch funny videos online with my brother.
As I'm in bed praying, journaling, and listening to a sermon by Pastor Ray on the Abrahamic Blessing, the Lord is so quick to comfort me. One of the things that Pastor Ray said was that the call of being a disciple of Jesus is not always easy. It's worth it, but not easy. I couldn't agree with that more.
It is such a blessing to be a child of the Most High. If you also share this blessing, but sometimes find yourself struggling, I want to encourage you. God will be with you always. Rick Riehman shared Psalm 40 with me, and I want to pass it on to you. Here's the first couple verses:
"I waited patiently for the Lord;
He turned to me and heard my cry.
He lifted me out of the slimy pit,
out of the mud and mire;
He set my feet on a rock
and gave me a firm place to stand.
He put a new song in my mouth,
a hymn of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear
and put their trust in the Lord. "
While you're checking out the rest of the Psalm, listen to "Safe" by Phil Wickham. It's such a great reminder of how big our God is, yet He cares so deeply for His children. Each and every one of us. Individually.
And guess what?! I get to see my cousin, Kendra, tomorrow! She is coming into town with Graciela, one of the girls from Su Refugio, and we get to spend the afternoon together. What a blessing. I can't wait!
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