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| He's got purpose! |
These last few weeks one of my giants has been parenting "That one" ... you know, the one who all our decisions seem to be based around. I have hope! However, I was not feeling hopeful in regards to the giant of parenting This one. Let me back up a few years to set the stage ...
I was resting in Father's presence while listening to a challenging message how Father wanted to give me a new name. A name He was calling my spirit. During a time of waiting and reflection, I gingerly asked Father on behalf of our 4 Mighty Men ... "What do You want me to call them?" There was no doubt, no question, no hesitation ... as I said each of their given names and waited, He spoke to my spirit a new name for each of them. "That one," was to be called Tender heart.
Return to present day ... We've been walking the waters of a bullying situation at school which has caused a cascade of other issues. We heard his side, talked to the 'powers that be' at school and then he met with the school psychologist to talk some more. A plan was set, the process started and Father stood to fight this giant for me! Here's what He did ...
As my Tender heart met with the school counselor this is what she saw ... She was impressed that he was able to express himself completely in Spanish, without hesitation. She gained a better understanding of who he is and what his hopes and dreams are. The one thing she felt lead to share with me as an encouragement about him was ... "He has such a Tender heart." Of course I cried. A week later HE continued to fight that giant for me. The Art teacher pulled me aside during a 'random' encounter at school. "He is such an amazing student, he has future plans, goals, dreams and ... he has such a Tender Heart." Did they know they were calling out Father's name for him? Even in another language, HIS name is clear for This one. I may not feel victorious in my parenting of This one. However, He has called This one by name and it is HIS heart that beats in him ... giant defeated!
Defined by His thoughts ... Calling out his spirit ... What is your new name?
Full on attack, wrestling not against flesh and blood ... Donning the Armor ... Thank you for standing in the gap! ... "Effortless" border run, thank you Jesus! ... Sharing life with Sisters at a church ladies retreat ... Being refreshed by the constant chatter from a week of hosting our Akron neighbors in CR ... Feeling life and joy listening to Angelica's heart ... Celebrating Micah's 13th Spiritual birthday ... Guys/girls night ... Sharing Saturday Stromboli with friends ... Flinging stones and watching HIM topple those giants!
Praises
Decisions made ... after a home leave (date and time tbd) we're returning to CR for another term!
An English speaking counselor for Jedidiah
School administrators who listen, care and seek the best in situations
Sharing laughter and life with "The Kids and their Mom"
Long term Akron renters ... Father's faithful provision
Support, counsel and prayer from each of YOU
Exec leadership team who cares for each other
Stones in my sling ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIWvbD-8X8Y
Prayers
Micah's future plans
Random health 'stuff' for me ... In quietness and trust is my strength!
Housing for our home leave
Changes within El Nido
Kitchen, cook situation needing Father's wisdom and provision
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| Frisbee in Nicaragua ... Passing time at the border to please the authorities! |
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| Two and a half years makes a big difference! ... Sharing life in the Pacific Ocean. |
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| 5 Fingers, 5 Butterflies! |
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| A view from the clouds ... "The cross before me, the world behind me!" |
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| Hiking Tres Cruces (3 Crosses) ... |
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| Of course they asked him to play the part of William Walker ... (He is the only gringo in his school class!) |
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| Frappuccino and friends ... Adam crashed the girls night party! |
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| They're not Mimi and Pop-pop but a pretty close comparison! |
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| They speak English ... you know, that other language! Teaching the girls how to play car mat! |
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| In quietness and trust is your strength ... Is. 30:15 "It's going to be ok" ... The simplest prophetic words spoken to my soul for "This one" |
