Anything But Routine.....

Hello All,

Well, in a way these days have been very routine, and in so many ways not.  Of course we are going through the emotions or maybe repressing the emotions of anticipation for the ever desired LOA from China. We are looking and relooking at our future as the Methodist church merges with two other denominations here in Sweden (that is a huge can of worms in itself) and in the meantime trying to keep up with Samuel as he learns way to many bad things to say from the older kids in his school (although I am pretty sure that some of the kids his age have potty mouths too).

I have been very delibrately spending time with Jesus each day.  This has helped my outlook tremendously, but I need to remember there are no quick fixes, but disciplining myself and seeking Abba everyday.  Andreas has hit a period of his emotions catching up with him and dental work (which is never a good thing), but we are holding together, not by our own strength, but by the grace of God truly.  The winds of change are blowing, it is so easy to see it, but so hard to know quite yet where they are blowing too.  So we seek.... I am not against or afraid of this change, but sense the need for it.  For those of you wondering, NO we are not thinking of moving back to the States (did you hear that my wonderful mother-in-law?)  The movement for change is just beginning and we have nothing concrete in our thoughts but prayer is needed.  First and formost we must get David home and steady with us, then......?

Just an update on the prayer for John.  He is home PRAISE JESUS!  He is recovering but has a little ways to go as he deals with the drama that happened.  But we are incredibly thankful for his life.  Thank you for your prayers.

And for Ia, jag hoppas att dina barn barn ska komma hem snart! Jag are jätte spännande för dig och för dina barn.  (thought you would appreciate the Swedish) :).

Blessings,
Laurie