Hi everyone!
I just got back from working at Camp Halo, near Erie. The camp is specifically designed for those who come from rougher home situations. It was definitely a challenging week and very hard at times, but it was worth it for the lives that came to Jesus during the week! And we were able to show Jesus’ love to those who were deeply hurting.
Despite the fact that there were some difficult situations and difficult times at camps, I was again reminded of how faithful God is. I found my fifteen or twenty minutes with Him each day such a key to staying at peace no matter what. And I was also reminded how much a fifteen second prayer does make a difference in the midst of chaos. God came through for me in so many little ways that probably weren’t even visible to most. Like when I prayed my girls would be able to stay asleep when some boys came down yelling one night. Or my constant prayers for wisdom and strength. And I’m here to remind you that no matter what is going on, God can bring peace into your life. And don’t forget that prayer does make a difference.
God is truly ever faithful.
Monday, July 13
Thursday, July 2
Those who walk the way of the Lord
Sorry it’s been a while since I’ve wrote. I hope you all are doing well. Feel free to write and tell me about what’s going on in your life and if there’s anything I can pray for you about.
Tonight, my brother (Dan) and I were reading in Proverbs. There were a few verses that stuck out to me and they were the ones that talked about following those who walk in the way of the Lord. It made me start thinking of how wise it is to learn and walk with those who are really pursuing the Lord and seeking after Him.
I’ve been taught for years that I should hang out with older people to gain wisdom from them that they have learned over the years. I find this a lot with my Grandma, in particular. While we have our extreme personality differences, she has learned a lot about the power of prayer and seeking the Lord and reading His word and giving to others when you have the capability. When I spend time with her, I find these things sinking inside me whether I realize it at the time or not. I would do well to remember (more often) to stop what I’m doing and pray over situations instead of getting frustrated.
My point tonight though, isn’t necessarily just learning from the older generation. I want you guys to think about who you could spend time with that would challenge you to go deeper in your walk with the Lord. By spending time with others who are pursuing the things of God, I think we find encouragement. We can learn together, share stories, pray together, etc. This could be people older, younger, or even your own age. But I want us to think about who we can spend time with that will help us move forward in our walks with the Lord this summer.
I hope to hear from you!
Lots of love~Lisa
Tonight, my brother (Dan) and I were reading in Proverbs. There were a few verses that stuck out to me and they were the ones that talked about following those who walk in the way of the Lord. It made me start thinking of how wise it is to learn and walk with those who are really pursuing the Lord and seeking after Him.
I’ve been taught for years that I should hang out with older people to gain wisdom from them that they have learned over the years. I find this a lot with my Grandma, in particular. While we have our extreme personality differences, she has learned a lot about the power of prayer and seeking the Lord and reading His word and giving to others when you have the capability. When I spend time with her, I find these things sinking inside me whether I realize it at the time or not. I would do well to remember (more often) to stop what I’m doing and pray over situations instead of getting frustrated.
My point tonight though, isn’t necessarily just learning from the older generation. I want you guys to think about who you could spend time with that would challenge you to go deeper in your walk with the Lord. By spending time with others who are pursuing the things of God, I think we find encouragement. We can learn together, share stories, pray together, etc. This could be people older, younger, or even your own age. But I want us to think about who we can spend time with that will help us move forward in our walks with the Lord this summer.
I hope to hear from you!
Lots of love~Lisa
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