Humbled by His Grace
Matthew 7:11 11--"If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give what is good to those who ask Him!"
Have you ever experienced a blessing from God that's so outrageous you don't know what to do with it?? You thank Him over and over, but it just doesn't seem to be sufficient? His grace (giving you what you don't deserve) makes you want to tell everyone you know what an awesome, and loving God He is. But then you realize, no one else will be able to grasp or comprehend it's effect on you. It's a special gift from Him, just for you. That's where I find myself right now.
For the first time in my life I've trusted him without a backup plan. You know what I mean, a plan B....most times I'll ask him for such and such but if he doesn't pull through we can always do this or that. Not this time. I just plain stepped out and waited to see what happened. Well, he blew my mind this time, in a VERY BIG WAY!
When Chris and Penny asked us to make the trek with them to Russia to bring their little boys home, I wasn't convinced we should do it. The expense was beyond anything we could manage. However, after a lot of prayer, we decided that God could make it happen. He gave us such peace in moving forward with the decision to travel half way around the world to assist in bringing our little nephews home.
Yesterday, we were given a gift beyond our expectations. The entire cost of the trip has been graciously covered for us! Words cannot describe our gratitude. I've never been in a position to receive so abundantly and the emotions are overwhelming. So I publicly say "thank you, Lord" for these precious ones who so generously and lovingly bestowed on us the gift of a lifetime.
Labels: adoption, family, ponderings
posted by Kushmama @ 8:53 AM
5 Comments:
WOW! And God didn't even make you wait until the last minute on this! He has given you the gift of time to prepare and the fun of anticipation as well! How good our God is! And praise God for the faithful and obedient servants who gave willingly and generously when prompted to! That's huge, no matter what the amount! Do you have your passports ready to go?
I am amazed and in awe. Today in my ladeis group, we talked about roof-breakers (like in the men who helped the cripple down to see Jesus) and how roof-breakers go above and beyond the call of duty. It sounds like you have some roof breakers in your life. Have fun and prepare for jet lag!!
thanks, girls, for celebrating with us! yes, our passports are ready. we're anticipating some serious memory-making:)
thanks, girls, for celebrating with us! yes, our passports are ready. we're anticipating some serious memory-making:)
Oh Beth, I am so happy that the Lord has provided a way for you guys to come with us! What an awesome blessing! Praise the Lord!
-Penny
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