new beginnings

"We went through fire and flood, but you brought us to a place of great abundance." Psalm 66:12

It's not new information that 2011 hasn't been the best year for us.  And while I don't know that the trials of this life are in any way over, I can say that we have reached a place of rest for this moment.

After three months of looking, Micah started a new job two weeks ago.  God was so faithful and opened a door for our family at the exact moment we needed it.  If you had asked us when this search began if this was our first choice, we wouldn't have said yes.  But things changed- most importantly, our hearts- and we joyfully took the first step in this new direction.

Today we joined a new family of believers.  After prayer and seeking, we felt led to become a part of Heritage Baptist.  Micah grew up in their student ministry and his family goes there.  We spent a few weeks going to services and today went to an incredible small group.  It's strange going to a new church and making new friends, but I know the Lord is there.

I know that our journey isn't over... because there's so much more I have left to learn.  But if there's anything I've learned in all of this- it's that God is good.  He is faithful.  And His ways are SO MUCH higher than anything I could ever imagine.  So for today, I find myself on my knees, thankful for all that He has done for us.

And I find myself here on my knees again
Caught up in grace like an avalanche
Nothing compares to this love
Burning in my heart
--like an avalanche, hillsong united