Take Heart

The last couple of days have been a series of trials for our foster care ministry. What a tough road we have been on. Really tough. Ronnie and I came back on a complete high from our weekend away at the marriage conference. We were totally rejuvenated and excited to see what God had in store for our marriage. The kiddos did great while in respite care and we were all happy to be together again. Then on Tuesday we received some startling news from our agency. I don't feel comfortable at this point posting what is happening, but believe me when I tell you that it rocked our world. Ronnie and I are questioning a lot of things right now, mainly whether or not to remain in this ministry of foster care. We are praying, fasting and seeking God with all of our hearts, begging Him to lead us in the right direction. We trust that He will make it clear what He would have us do... I'm just praying for the strength to accept that message, whatever it may be. Please pray for us right now. Pray that God would quickly lead and direct us. Pray for peace to accept the road ahead. Pray for all of those in the foster care ministry, that they would take refuge in our Lord Jesus Christ whenever facing inevitable trials.

This morning, as I was sitting and contemplating where God was leading us, I was listening to Hillsong United's album, "Aftermath." The very first song is called "Take Heart," (my go-to song) and I find so much comfort every time I hear even the first few notes playing. The words are so encouraging and I felt as though I was just able to sit and worship as I took them in. Here are some of the lyrics:

So take heart
Let His love lead us through the night
Hold on to hope
And take courage again

All our troubles
And all our tears
God our hope
He has overcome

All our failure
And all our fear
God our loveHe has overcome
All our heartache
And all our pain
God our healer
He has overcome

All our burdens
And all our shame
God our freedom
He has overcome

God our justice
God our grace
God our freedom
He has overcome
God our refuge
God our strength
God is with us
He has overcome

This song, of course, is taken from John 16:33 when Jesus states, "Here on Earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have OVERCOME the world." Thank you, Jesus, for your promises. Today, I will rest in you.

-Heather