Goodness, it has been so long since I have blogged. I am sorry about that. The truth is, I have just been exhausted, physically and mentally and by the end of the day, haven't had energy to stay caught up on blogging or emails. Please forgive me if you are waiting for a response. I will respond soon! The good news is that we have recovered from a terrible flu that has been going around. Eli had it, then I got it pretty bad. We just have a little lingering chest congestion, but are fine otherwise.
The reason for the exhaustion is a story for another blog, soon to come. Basically, we continued to get slammed. Things just keep happening to us that have left us feeling tired and discouraged. We have been relying on the Lord to get us through each day. It seems like everyday, more bad news comes or something happens to try to knock us down. We have been thankful that God has sustained us.
Over the last few days, though, I have been feeling convicted that surviving the storm isn't enough. I have been drawing my strength from the Lord, but still have felt burdened and discouraged. I have realized that not only can I survive the storm, but thrive in it. I can still radiate with joy despite the hard times. So, that is my goal, not to give in to the blues, but to let God's peace show in me through being upbeat and joyful.
So, that is my goal, to not just get through the day, but to be hopeful and joyful. It takes practice. Having the desire to do it and actually doing it is another thing. It will take a constant renewing of my mind when I am tempted to feel down in the dumps, frequent turning my thoughts and worries over to the Lord.
Stay tuned as I get you caught up on stuff here. Thanks for your patience and prayers during the silence.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
Hi Stacie....so sorry you have been feeling discouraged and down. I'm praying for a breakthrough for the things that are being thwarted by the enemy. You have a great outlook....just keep clinging to the Lord and have joy knowing you HAVE the Lord! So many people try to go through life on their own...I have no idea how they can possibly manage without Him! "Set your sights on the realities of Heaven, where Christ sits on the throne, at the right hand of God. Think about the things of Heaven and not the things of earth. For you died to this life, and your real life is hidden with Christ, in God. And when Christ, who is your life, is revealed to the whole world, YOU will share in all his glory!" Sorry...can't remember the address right now...just the verse, but it's one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteLove you friend :)
Amy
I've missed your blogging! I'm so sorry you guys have been having a rough time! You are in our prayers!
ReplyDelete