Last April (2007), I posted a blog talking about our long (even at that point) journey in trying to move. We had watched "Facing the Giants" and had been encouraged to move forward in faith with selling our house, simply waiting upon the Lord and quietly preparing it to sell; the metaphor being to "prepare for rain." Little did we know then that our time of preparation and waiting would extend for another 14 months. To be honest, there were times when the road seemed too daunting, too long, and sometimes like we'd never see the end. Little did we know that once the drops began to fall that a torrent would sweep us and our family along and that in 3 short weeks we'd go from no movement to selling a house, buying a house, and moving. And the rain has continued to fall.
Although we had spent a long time in preparation, we weren't prepared for all that the Lord has done and the gracious love that He has bestowed upon us. We could not have imagined being blessed with such a wonderful home, in such a wonderful community, close to work and friends.
Now, a little soaked, and definitely worn out from the journey, we turn our attention up to the Heavens and simply give thanks. Thanks for the rain and the provision.
