Sometimes, praying is an attempt at art: I try to build a verbalistic Notre Dame as I lift my concerns upward. I didn't experience that last week. My prayers were pretty direct, not irreverent, but I was definitely approaching the throne of grace with confidence, if you know what I mean. Amy and I struggled through our first week back, glad as we were to see our students, appreciative as we felt of the tropical breezes after the Northern cold. Our concerns were international: for Haiti (particularly because Anna, Amy's sister was there during the earthquake), and ultra-local: school was insane. God is sovereign, yet, and will remain so, and we put our trust in the source of all good things to help us live a life of "faith working through love" (Gal. 5:6) through all situations.
In brief:
- Anna is safe and in good condition. She was still in Haiti for a couple days after the earthquake, living on small rations of food and water, but she was air-lifted out and is now at home in Montgomery. We are so thankful.
- The field trip I led (somewhat haphazardly) was a success. The preparations were almost non-existent, since there were very few details relayed to me, but we made it to the right place (only stopping at one wrong place en route) and enjoyed a presentation about Dr. M. L. King, Jr.
- Amy's student who didn't speak any English whatsoever has been put into private tutoring and will begin school in the fall. This will be infinitely better for him, and we're sure it will be much more pleasant for Amy as well.
Thanks for your prayers. We really believe that God is moving in the hearts of our students. I'm serious.
Your last couple of sentences excite us!! We will be prayerfully waiting for more updates! Also, we are so happy to hear that Anna is home safe and sound (although I am sure forever changed as a result of her experience in Haiti)...we will continue to pray for her and the Haitians.
ReplyDeleteLove you both.