Anticipation

The other day Japhteth and I sat down and made out a schedule. Since then I have been able to have a decent amount of rest in the afternoon. But this works out only if I stick to it, not stopping to rest whenever I feel like it and cutting the naptime in the morning short. So today again I blessed the Lord for a husband who knew how to fix this problem and who listens when he can't fix it. :)

This afternoon though I had another case of anticipation . . . and thus couldn't rest very well. Too many exciting thought going about in my head about all that needs to get done before we go to a family camp called FOCIS (Familes of Christ in Service) here in Northern MN, and thoughts about how enjoyable it will be. I will get a big break from making meals (ALL WEEK), have lots of fellowship with other ladies. In the morning there are classes for adults, children and even babysitters for the little ones if you like. The afternoons consist of family time which for us will be takes up mostly with naps :). Then in the evening there are things like Chapel, vollyball etc.
Just a wonderful week to look forward to!!!!!!!

As I've said before I have problems going to sleep when I am anticipating something like a trip, or even just if something out or the ordinary is happening. It's hard to get my mind to "settle down like a good little girl" and get the sleep I need.

Today I was reminded that spriritually that may be a good thing. We are looking for Jesus return!! We are not to" sleep"! We are to be going about makeing sure our hearts are cleansed from all filthiness, sharing the good news with others that they too might be ready. We are to be so excited anticipating His coming that it will be no problem to be found sleeping.

Happily anticipating: Japtheth's last day at his "old" job (tomorrow), a short trip(almost two hours one way) to pick up some vegtables and visit a friend, lots of sweet corn to do up (last year if the neighbors cows wouldn't have eaten it the frost wouldn't taken it), our family "vacation" next week

And then one of the best things, Japtheth will be working at home!!!!!! We're almost ready for him to begin work. We have a room in the basement fixed us as his workshop. A Stitch in Time (Sewing Machine Repair) Japheth's new home business starts officially on August 29th! Praise the Lord! Hallelujah! I can't wait to have him around more of the time! I used to go in with him on Saturdays when he just worked half a day, but it got harder and harder to be able to do that after the babies came. I just love being with him.

But more than that I am anticipating and excited about Jesus's coming to take me HOME! Like my friend at This Side of Glory, this world is not my home and I can't wait to go HOME! I get homesick . . . , sick of the sin, the temptations, the mess this world and people are in and I dearly LONG TO BE WITH JESUS. He is everything I ever wanted . . . And it will be "heaven" just to be with him!

The Promises of God

"Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord; and the fruit of the womb . . . " Ps. 127:3

We are happy to announce that God has blessed us again!!! And can't wait to see the "new face" that spring will bring. Yep, next years model is on the way!

These days are days to lean hard on the promises of God . . . I find the ups and downs of pregnancy a challenge. At times I wonder why God made us ladies with so many of these homones that send your emotions in a swirl. My dear husband is so steady.

"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." - Phil 4:19

"Thy shoes shall be iron and brass; and as thy days so shall thy strength be." - Deut 33:25

"It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect." Ps. 18:32

"My grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in your weakness." II Cor. 12:9a

God has proved himself time and again. His grace is sufficient! I trust in Him!

And God Saw That It Was Good

These past few days I've been teaching my boys a song about creation.

Remember how the Bible keeps saying " . . . and God saw that it was good."

I'm rejoicing in my bread. I "saw that it was good." I've been trying off and on ever since I started housekeeping.

We are made in God's image. Is that why I get that feeling of deep satisfaction after canning pickles, making freezer jam or putting up corn?

Gensis 1:31 "And God saw everything that He had made, and behold it was very good." Unlike God not everything I make is good. But once in a while I, being made in His image, can have the satisfaction of something turning out good.