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And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. 1 Timothy 6:8 NKJV
It certainly wasn't my dream to live in a large mobile trailer across the street from my in-laws. God meant it for good, though.
We can easily afford the rent and to help family through crisis. We found out about baby Naomi shortly after moving in. Elijah's parents often babysit and most of what I learned about baby care was from Elijah and Mimaw. His teen sister likes to spend time with us. Our conversations here and hospitality are treasures to me. The way she looks up to me is very humbling.
There are cracks in the walls and floors. The door shuts with difficulty. There are auto parts from a bad company flowing into the yard behind us. I fretted over these things. I felt angry at God.
Then I realized, He was only answering my prayer at the beginning for a humble life of ministry. He is ensuring the cares of this world won't choke the Word in me, just as I asked Him.
"Make me the good soil."
The poor must rejoice in God that we are exalted. We are rich in Christ. And I finally am learning that a life of service---Godliness with contentment is great gain. I doubt we'll be here forever. I don't think this place would last very long.
But only Jesus satisfies. Only living to do His will is our true sustenance. And God has given me so much. Despite uncertainty, we always seem to have what we need, as He promised.
It certainly wasn't my dream to live in a large mobile trailer across the street from my in-laws. God meant it for good, though.
We can easily afford the rent and to help family through crisis. We found out about baby Naomi shortly after moving in. Elijah's parents often babysit and most of what I learned about baby care was from Elijah and Mimaw. His teen sister likes to spend time with us. Our conversations here and hospitality are treasures to me. The way she looks up to me is very humbling.
There are cracks in the walls and floors. The door shuts with difficulty. There are auto parts from a bad company flowing into the yard behind us. I fretted over these things. I felt angry at God.
Then I realized, He was only answering my prayer at the beginning for a humble life of ministry. He is ensuring the cares of this world won't choke the Word in me, just as I asked Him.
"Make me the good soil."
The poor must rejoice in God that we are exalted. We are rich in Christ. And I finally am learning that a life of service---Godliness with contentment is great gain. I doubt we'll be here forever. I don't think this place would last very long.
But only Jesus satisfies. Only living to do His will is our true sustenance. And God has given me so much. Despite uncertainty, we always seem to have what we need, as He promised.
