7-18-06
Thank you so much for your prayers. I know God is listening and while crazy things still seem to be happening, I feel so protected in what matters. Will and I are collaboratively writing a book called Justice in the Burbs. This could be a time of real dissention, but God is allowing us to work together smoothly. Thank you so much for your prayers.
I'm still under that deadline crunch, but I sent the rewrites of Quaker Summer off to Westbow four days early, and praise God! It was so great to get that off of my plate.
Not something I'd advertise on the blog, but I'm working on a piece for Waterbrook that is more literary in form than anything I've done. The problem is, I don't know if I can sustain this for an entire book, and I don't know if it's even any good. Sassy I can do. This--I just don't know. I'd appreciate your prayers for confidence and vision.
Gwynnie had a migraine again tonight and one last week. I'm going to have to get her back to the doctor. It's so hard seeing your children in pain, isn't it? And yet, I'm thankful when I think of the disabilities other children suffer from. Jeanne, I think of your son often and hope he's doing well. You really are an inspiration.
The anxiety is getting so much better. I'm reading my bible again which is key. Pray that continues. I don't know why I fall off the path when I KNOW what a difference it makes!
Your prayers are helping us so much, my friends. I can't tell you what you mean to me. Please feel free to leave your own requests in the comments so I can pray for you too!
lisa
posted by lisa @ 8:25 PM
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Thanks for thinking of Jacob, Lisa. God has used him to teach us so much about trust. A couple of days ago, our daughter called from Seattle for advice. She has swelling and tenderness in some of her joints--a problem she faced a couple of years ago, but doctors were unable to diagnose. I was amazed at how her words instantly struck fear to my heart. No matter what God carries us through, protectiveness of our children and dread of the unknown still paralyze.
Yesterday as I was working out, the Lord brought to mind Jacob's Song (written by one of George's students when Jacob was still in coma. Words here) and reminded me that He uses our pain and brokenness to accomplish His will, bringing greater purposes to pass than we will ever understand this side of eternity.
I don't want to suffer. I don't want my kids to suffer. I don't want you or your kids to suffer, either. But I keep coming back to these lines: "There is more God wants to say; that is why He remolds the clay."
I will continue to pray with you, Lisa. You have such a gift with words. I pray God annoints you and Will to continue and finish well, and I also pray He gives you inspiration for the Waterbrook project.
I pray for relief for Gwynnie, and for a deepening of faith in the process.
And may you receive sweet refreshing in the presence of the Lord as you set aside time to bask in the light of His Word.
His peace for every moment. His grace for every breath.
Love, Jeanne
praying here too lisa. i have heard that magnesium is sometimes helpful for migranes. don't know if that will help, but it's a pretty quick fix if it does.
Don't know why I never peeked at this blog before, but here I am. Better late than never.
So exciting, the Waterbrook project! And what an amazing opportunity, no matter how challenging it will be. I know God is preparing you for this new adventure, opening your eyes to new forms and new ideas. Trust him. But you know that already.
I will be praying for Gwennie, too. Poor girl. I'll send you a private email on some thoughts I have about her needs.
Until then, press on, girlfriend!
shanna
That is exciting news about your book with your husband and the challenging one you have started. You are brave to try something new and I'll be praying for you and your family and health for all.
My girlfriend keeps her sons migraines at bay by keeping him away from anything with red dye in it. Don't know if that will help with your daughter, but thought I'd mention it.
Praying for confidence, strength and rest for you.
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