So we aren't leaving until February (Lord willing), what's next on our agenda between now and then??
Well, our first order of business has been setting up meetings with churches and individuals to share our story and build our home support team. Those whom God is leading to be part of our prayer and financial team here in the U.S. We have started to fill our calendar with speaking engagements in churches all over the area (though there's always room for one more if you would like us to come share with your church or small group) and we are excited to have the opportunity to reconnect with so many friends and family before we go.
We are also anxiously awaiting the birth of our 3rd precious grandbaby - any day now!! She is due on November 11th - I will definitely post a pic when I have that little bundle in my arms 💗. Our daughter and son-in-law live in Dallas, so our bags are packed and ready to head over there as soon as we get the call!
At the end of the month we will also be attending a workshop on "Strengthening your Interpersonal Skills" as a requirement of TEAM before we leave for Mexico. We are excited to go, as we have heard this training is critical for all missionaries going to the field.
As an update to our last post, the contract on our house fell through and we have it back on the market again (in case you know of anyone wanting to move to the Anson area 😊). It's a wonderful place to raise a family.
God has definitely been teaching us a lot over the past few months, since we said "Yes" to his call. Mostly in the area of faith in him, and complete trust in his sovereignty. We don't always understand why things happen the way they do, but we can trust that he ONLY has our best interest in his sight, and that brings a peace that is unexplainable! We hope that no matter what you are facing today, you allow God's sovereignty to reign in your life and totally trust his plan - it's the ONLY one that cannot fail!!
P.S. In case you are interested, here is a copy of a little visual we created to illustrate how we can get to the next step in our goal to be 60% funded by January 1st.
