Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Season of Life

I'm having to post this blog all too soon....

Long story short: David and I were feeling that God was leading us back to Louisiana after our tenure in Ireland was up. However, Elayna got sick when we came home for Christmas and through much prayer we made the decision to end our appointment 6 weeks early. We are scheduled to return to Ireland for 10 days in February to wrap everything up.

Long story:

Am I really bummed? Yes! It is definitely bitter sweet. We LOVED working with the McFarland's. And we LOVE Ireland. There is no doubt that we were supposed to go to Ireland. I believe that God had us there for the summer for a reason.

I never dreamed that we would be back so soon. David and I both went into this assuming it to be a long term decision.

When God says to go, we must go. When He says to stay, we must stay. We have to be sensitive to His voice. I know that God has a reason for this. I'm sure that I don't know all of them, but I can already see some things that God has done since we have returned.

We are praying for Ireland! And who knows, maybe one day we'll have the opportunity to return. We now understand the importance of prayer for other countries more than ever.

Thanks to EVERYONE who has contributed to the Ireland work through us! We could never have heeded to God's voice without your prayers and financial support. I'm sure that if you would like to continue with any financial offerings you can donate to the March family or to the McFarland family.

To the McFarland's, the March's, and our church family in Ireland, we miss you lots already! You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for allowing us to spend this season of life with you, and may we all meet again in eternity (if not sooner). We love you all bunches!

God Bless!

We'll continue to post blogs throughout our transition so that you can keep up with us and pray for us.

2 comments:

Vicki said...

still praying for you all! Keep us updated on where you are and what you are doing.

Danan said...

As I read your blog, Proverbs 3:5-6 comes to mind...
Please, know that you are held close in our hearts and minds.

Much Love,
Benson's