There’s a lovely home out Stokes Ferry Road that reminds me of God’s faithfulness. Approximately twenty three years ago, my husband and I both lost our jobs. We were crushed beyond despair. That summer a very kind couple employed us to watch their children, keep up their property, and do some painting. We mowed and scrubbed and painted and cried and prayed and questioned. God saw us through the most difficult time in our marriage to that point. That fall, He provided great jobs in a ministry where we poured heart and soul for twenty years.
Every time I ride past that house I remember how I felt and thank Him again for His provision. It’s my Ebenezer.
1 Samuel 7:12 tells of a time when Israel was being attacked. God threw their enemy into such confusion that they were defeated. Samuel placed a large stone at the battle site and called it Ebenezer, which means stone of help. It reminded them long after their battle was over that Almighty God would fight for them.
Having an Ebenezer comes in handy. I rode by that house today. The same God we trusted to rescue us then will surely rescue us now. You see, David just lost his job with a wonderful ministry we love so much. Our hearts are broken that things have turned out this way.
God is wise.
We will trust Him, because He is trustworthy.
Someday not too long from now, we’ll look back on this difficult time. We’ll point to another Ebenezer and remember how uncertain these days felt. With a heart full of thanks we’ll rejoice in His provision and wonderful blessing.
But until then…
I’ll keep riding down Stokes Ferry Road.
I love you Lynna and David – prayers for you
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My heart hurts for you guys. Sending warm thoughts and prayers your way.
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We are praying and waiting to see what God has in store. Thanks for always being so faithful. We love you.
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My heart is broken for you both. I too have been in that position and it stinks, but I thank God each and everyday for the path that my job loss lead me down. I pray that you see clearly the new path God has chosen for you and David! (((Hugs))) Love you both.
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OMG Praying really hard for you and David right now.
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God has something wonderful planned for you two! I’m so sorry you are going through this. Love you.
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Keeping your family in prayer
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Praying for you. You have certainly been there for me! God will provide!
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OH MY GOSH!!! Just heard and now reading your blog. To say I am stunned and shocked and sad is an understatement . Is there anything Dennis and I can do to help you? We are concerned for you guys and want you to know we will be praying. I know God has something already in store for you . I love the song by Diane Williams HE CAN WORK IT OUT. While we’re trying to figure it out, God’s already worked it out! You might want to youtube it for a fast cheermeup.
I know something wonderful is ahead.
xoxox love from your friend,mary
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Praying for you and David! *hug*
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Thank you guys for all the kindness, prayers, and comments. How very encouraging to know that folks all over the place are lifting us up with care! Looking forward to writing the “rest of the story” as soon as we know what that is! =)
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Oh Lynna, the punches just keep coming don’t they? My first thought is wishing I could “fix this” but I can’t but I can pray and let you and Dave know you are truly loved and can’t wait to see the open door he is preparing for you. Love you girl!
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Hey JT! You are one of the few who can remember that time long ago. Thank you so much for praying and loving us through it all!
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Praying, praying, praying for you lovely lady! I don’t have adequate words or time to express my thanks for how God used you in that 20 year ministry to touch my family, but I know He is not done with you yet and that He is faithful!!
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So sweet Miss Carolyn. Thank you so much for your prayers. He is faithful indeed!
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