I can face uncertain days

Have you ever heard the saying "If you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all?"

That saying was drilled into every aspect of my childhood when I was growing up, and it is something that has stuck with me all the way into my adult life. 

I haven't blogged in a while (my sweet husband did recently and I was so touched at his words).   The reason behind it is because I haven't had a lot of nice things to say so I decided not to say (or blog) anything at all.  I didn't want this blog to turn into a soap box or gripe session and I knew if I sat down to write out a blog that is all I would be able to do.  I am now at a point where I can write without getting lost in a bitter nonsensical mess.

On April the 15th our family came under a huge attack from Satan.  It isn't something I can share with the world because of confidentiality contracts but it is safe to say that this attack left us broken beyond words.  As I sit here on May the 14th I can tell you that I believe God has this all worked out and life will soon return to normal...or at least our version of normal.  I am learning to stand strong in the Lord like I've never had to do before, to trust in His promises for our lives, to thank God for the battle because the victory belongs to the Lord.

Foster parenting is the hardest thing I have ever had to do and the past month has proved that.  I still have a strong desire to continue serving the Lord in this capacity and look forward to planting seeds in as many children as the Lord chooses to send us. 

Being a Christian doesn't mean that we will never face troubles or hard times, but being a Christian DOES mean we will never EVER, EVER, EVER face them alone. 

I don't know if you are facing a battle in your life right now, but here are some scriptures and words of encouragement that have kept me going through our tribulations. 

(Psalms 46:1) 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Ephesians 3:20) 20 Now to him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us,

(John 16:33) 33 I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have oppression; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”"

(Matthew 11:28-30) 28 “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”"

"He never promised that the cross would not get heavy
and the hill would not be hard to climb
He never offered our victories without fighting
but He said help would always come in time
just remember when your standing in the valley of decision
and the adversary says give in
just hold on, our lord will show up
and he will take you through the fire again"

And my favorite of all, the words I cling to every moment of the day...

"I CAN FACE UNCERTAIN DAYS, BECAUSE HE LIVES"

To all who read this blog take comfort because no matter what tomorrow holds...Jesus will take care of you.