We are sick. Piper got it first. Then me. Trevor hasn't gotten it yet, which is good because he just started classes today.
I had a bigger post almost finished filled with some things I have been reflecting on lately, a little bit of repentance, and some words on our church's first service. I guess I will have to finish that later, but in the meantime, Trevor got me these flowers to cheer me up. He did this for me even though I haven't exactly been a picture of gentleness and grace with my family. Gah. I feel icky inside and out.
I did find the blog of a man who was a dear friend (along with his family) in Portland. He has Parkinson's Disease. He was an elder at our church, which has now been reformed into another church (kind of). You can read about his fight against Parkinson's and his inspiring walk with God here. It definitely caused me to think more about the gift of suffering in a believer's life. Though the Bible talks about this alot, it becomes so much more clear when you see a brother/sister walking through it (or of course you experience it yourself). I realized how selfish my attitude is when it comes to discomfort.
I am going to go drink some chicken broth now. Bye readers.
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bye for now my sick little sweetie.
ReplyDeleteSorry you've been sick!
ReplyDeleteI love how you share your faith on the blog. Though we have different religions, I love that people aren't afraid to stand up and voice what they believe.
I too need to work on repentance as well.
your husband did good on those flowers! i hope you all are feeling better!
ReplyDeletei hope you get better soon! i really love your blog- the photos are so gorgeous and homey.
ReplyDeletei hope you feel better very soon.....and i am glad that you have such a sweet man to take care of you and that little piper :)
ReplyDeletethank you everyone for your prayers and well-wishings! we have fully recovered. and Barb-- I do have a sweet man!! he's the best :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blog you have, Paige. I love that you are so candid about your relationship with Christ, and your need for his grace. I also love that you're so optimistic about your family, and your role as a wife and mother. Someday, I hope to achieve the same!
ReplyDeleteOh, and in reference to a thought you had a few posts ago.. I definitely feel like there are days that I need grace just to know that I need grace! Well put.