The Inbetweeners
That’s what we are! We are preparing for our work in Germany, but we are also still here and have to deal with the "busyness" of everyday life. Sometimes it feels as if we are being pulled into opposite directions and there are just not enough hours in the day to do everything that needs to be done.
On a practical level it means that during the week Justin leaves the house at 7.30am and returns 12 hours later. Emeline’s school runs, homework, house work and Emilia’s care take up most of my time. So when the evening comes we are pretty exhausted. But then we also want to plan further networking and supporter events, write blogs and newsletters, meet with people, update our board, keep in contact with the team in Rostock, be part of the work of our church …. you get the picture.
And that’s part of our struggle at the moment. We would love to tell you about all the great things, that are happening in our lives and how we move towards Germany in giant leaps, but it’s all rather small scale and a big balancing act.
So, the challenge is now to plan, prioritise, work out a schedule, but not in our own strength, but by trusting in God’s guidance and empowering. Which sounds very glib and spiritual, but is a hard learning curve. It’s about letting go, waiting, trusting and listening, when all we want to do is to push ahead.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3, 5&6
That’s what it’s all about!!! Thank you Ian for sharing this verse with us!
So, even "inbetween" God is still at work. Maybe the results are not as obvious, but they are nevertheless invaluable for our personal growth and for our relationship with God and others.
Hi Justin and Kristin
A couple of bible verses (and related songs) came to mind which we thought would encourage you:
“Fear not for I am with you. Be not dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 and Philipians 3:12-14 “…I will take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. ….I press on towards the goal…”
Rostock get ready - the Sismeys are on their way!
Comment by Ian and Carol — 17 October, 2009 @ 10:50 am
It’s tough isn’t it? But you are not alone nor do you find yourself in a unique posistion, but that doesn’t make it any easier to go though.
You’ll get there! Honest you will! Keep on Keeping on
Comment by Angela Richards — 17 October, 2009 @ 4:37 pm
I thank you for your honesty on how you feel and see yourselves at the moment. But that is just an “instant” picture, because I’m sure you know who you really are. The Lord will uphold you and keep you going. The Lord will raise prayer and financial supporters. Blessings, Katuska
Comment by Katuska — 18 October, 2009 @ 1:05 am