This sabbath we got to enjoy watching the beautiful gift of new life in Jesus while we were up in Vergennes, VT visiting Adam's cousins Christy and Andrew Charlestream. It was a beautiful day and we rode the motorcycle up there with my parents. It was so warm out, and we had worn our heavy coats all the way up, that it was all we could do not to jump in ourselves. It was a really neat place to have it and there was a boat and a few kayak's that gathered to watch. Their parents, Glee and Cathy, played their violin and viola as we sang their favorite hymn. One of the most beautiful parts of the whole thing was this next picture....
Andrew came up out of the water shivering as if he had been blasted with a -40 wind chill. As they were standing together after they got out (Andrew still shivering) Christy wrapped her arms around her little brother to keep him warm. If you knew these two siblings personally, you would know how much of a shock it was to me. ;) What wonderful compassion we should always have on our fellow man!
I never cease to be reminded lately how important it is to be there for family, whether they are going through times of celebration or times of trial. When we first got there, I was looking all around to see where Chrissy had gotten to. Just as I was looking off to the right I was almost tackled by a pair of arms being flung around me by the girl whom I sought. It is so nice to see people whom you haven't seen in a long time! As for the other type of family needs, I entreat you all to pray for my Aunt Diane. She has been battling with gallbladder cancer for several months now, and is getting extremely weary. The chemo and many other procedures done for her have left her weak and tired. In a world of pain, I restrain myself from asking God the question "why" but "what" can I do in this situation. Though the most painful aspects of life befall us, I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that God is still here. So many aspects of my life have been ravaged with pain, but God always brought me through it, and even brought many good things out of it. "For now I see in a mirror, dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall know just as I also am known." 1 Corinthians 13:12
~Take heart dear friends in pain. Jesus has a plan for you and He will bring you through!
2 comments:
That is such a sweet post! I'm so glad that you got to see that baptism! I will be praying for you and your family. I miss you and love you, girl! Keep up the faith! Ephesians 6:10-11--Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. God bless you dearie!
Hi buddy!! Yeah, I read your blog when you first started it:) It tried to call, but never caught you, but I'll call soon on your home phone. My cell mins. are all gone, so I'll have to wait until the weekend though:) I am SO happy for you! And your Maine pics. make me want to go on another roadtrip!!! Haha. It would be awesome to come up & see you... I only have 2-3 wks. before I move back home. Well, I better go for now. We'll catch up soon:) I miss you a ton!!! :)
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