"Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing." 1 Peter 3:8-9
You are probably so curious about Friday ( I just realised that when I post it posts on your time, but I am 8 hours ahead of those of you in Missouri). I am not sure even how to lay it out in any sort of short and put together way. Bethany and I woke early and went out to the children as they ate and prepared for school. 2 housemothers were in the kitchen, and one totally exploded on us. We knew right away that it was a spiritual attack because the Lord has been so intense and so busy at work; deep workings too, not just simple little things. The attack seemed directly on Bethany and I, but really it was toward Jesus and not us. Things are still uneasy at the Haven. The housemother is angry and has attempted to turn the kids against us as well.
Bethany and I spent 3 hours in prayer and worship Friday morning, until we had to come out because the police had been phoned! Of course we had done no wrong and there were no charges to be made. Then after that we got a few of the kids who would sit with us to sing praises with us. There was one girl who sang the song but put satan in place of Jesus! But we just kept proclaiming the name of Jesus Christ, and this is his place, holy ground. We still went on with our Bible study, but instead of what had been planned, we taught the kids from the psalms. Only 2 kids sat with us, and even they were hardly attentive. By nightfall I had the worst headache and felt so naucious! I went to bed at 7:30 FEELING that I had failed, but KNOWING that Christ is the victor and has had his victory Friday and today and tomorrow. I will keep you updated. We are standing ground. Even if all we can do is stand, it is what we will do. There is much much more going on in the unseen relms than I know. I am glad too that God keeps that part somewhat hidden, I don't know if I could handle it! I am glad he handles it all! I love you all and by the grace of God I can stand to say "It is well with my soul, it is well."
And Pastor Sam, if you get this, I am thinking of you as I bolt out in the song "I have decided to follow Jesus.....no turning back, no turning back!"
3 comments:
Hey girl! It was so good to catch up with you a little bit today on facebook. Finally!! Stay strong, my friend. The LORD is with you. He is going before you. He knows what is happening and knew that it would happen beforehand. I will continue to pray for you and Bethany and especially these little ones and their young hearts. I can't wait to see you again. And it will be fun to practically be neighbors :) Much love to you!!!
Your reward will be in heaven, if not here. "Blessed are you when men revile you and persecute you, and say all manner of evil against you falsely for My sake." The children are certainly watching to see how a Christian will handle the opposition, so don't try to win the battle in your own strength and wisdom. The battle is the Lord's. I am praying for you both! I wish I could be there to put my arms around you. Please share this with Bethany, and stay strong! You're doing a world of good. Love, Mom (Bethany's)
Ahh, I wish I had downloaded the newest pics like I've been meeaning to. She is so sweet, she is always smileing.
Alicia was talking about the 'lamb' the other day. She is always asking me questions I cannot answere.
What did you mean "There was one girl who sang the song but put satan in place of Jesus!" Literaly? That is what I did when I was 13-14 because I did not trust Chritians therefor the opposite of what they proclaimed seemed right. That was when I wrote "NO" on the communion cracker remember? I wonder now if that is why I struggle so much with faith, I will pray extra for her. Why were the housewives so angry with you, I need details! Well, I am actually going to bed now, I love you, alawayas, Tricia
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