John Mark, bless is heart Oh Lord, has five pages to finish until he is done for this semester. It has been one of the hardest semester for us all. The "worst" semester was the first one, and I truly wanted to just give up. I did not feel the worth in the hardship. Now almost at the end of his course work for his PhD I can same that it has been worth it all. There has been so much growth in him and in me and in the kids. There has been a lot of hardship and sacrifice as well but that seems to fade away when God shows us his plan little by little.
I was thankful this week that Ashley went to hang out on the beach with me. She allowed me for two days in a row to just dump on her. I was frustrated and hurt and just done. These last few weeks of JM wrapping up this semester has truly just sucked. But they has also allowed me to take heart with God, asking him to help me and guide me. As I looked to God he reminded me of my own growth in His calling for our lives. JM's calling is to teach at the University level. My calling is college students. Can you see how that goes hand-in-hand? In talking with Ashley I said to her "it is like God is training me too." Indeed He is. JM's PhD program is preparing us all for a life of ministry on campus. With the coming of every freshman to the graduating of every senior, we pray.
"Oh God use us! Use us to build strong communities for you. To walk with each person in their moments in life and to stick with them as they grow and seek you. Give us wisdom in love and compassion with patience. Blessed be to God!"
So 5 pages left and freedom to relax will be here. Smiling with joy through the hard times I am proud of my husband who has worked so hard. Forgive me JM for my weakness and than you for your love and support! You are amazing!
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