Giving Up Isaac - part 2

Hello friends. It has been some time since our last update and for that we apologize. Especially since the tone of the last BLOG was a hint distressed due to the trial of faith we were in the midst of. I want to begin by offering a heart felt thank you to those that bridged the gap between earth and heaven on our behalf. Your prayers, edification, concern and more shook heavens gates. I want to especially thank a specific group of individuals that received an e-mail from me, Andrew, concerning our happenings. The out pouring of Christ to us was overwhelming. To see the body of Christ in action like that was beautiful and really ministered to me and my family. So…Thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!!!

When we last left you it looked as though we were on our way out of the house and looking for a new place to live. We were ready to go. We had put our house on the market (craigslist) and ultimately had found a new place to live. The problem was that we had absolutely no takers on our house. This was a bit disheartening. We really have as nice home, asked a reasonable fee for renting the property and figured it would go quickly but it never happened. “What was / is God doing”, I’d ask myself. Well, now I know!

In the last BLOG it was mentioned that there could possibly be some overtime at work. Well, it is here and I am working it as much as possible. Thank you Lord. But, more importantly than that…we will be staying in our home!!! A wonderful provision has come along and we’ll be renting our basement to a Bible College student here in MD. The income from this O.T. and from the paid rent will more than suffice for our finances and maybe even a little more. To think of God’s hand at work in this entire situation sincerely keeps me humbled before Him. He had the perfect ram (a type of Christ) just waiting in the thicket the entire time. I really believe that. Just like Abraham he was testing our faith. Seeing if we’d truly let go and let God, if you will. I have a habit of quoting the following: There’s no testimony with out the word test right there in the beginning. As difficult as they are, and this one was that, the testimony that is birthed is so beautiful. To God be the glory, GREAT things HE has done, will do and is doing!

Now, to update on the family a little bit. Busy, busy, busy! The latest semester of classes is rapidly coming to a close. Another great time of getting to know God in a new a deeper way. This also means the conclusion of the first ever semester in classes for Misty. She did really great! Please pray that we’d finish strong and do well on our finals. On top of that the latest high school basketball season has begun and I am privileged to be an assistant coach again this year. We have a good group of guys. They are working hard and trust it will pay off as the season begins. Misty has been designated coordinator of the church Thanksgiving potluck. I suppose I should mention it’s for 1,500 people give or take. She is really starting to be used here in the body and is such a gift to the local assembly. Reese turns 2 is a few more days and is right on par for all that turning 2 implies. He’s lucky he’s so stinking cute. Grant is reading small stories as home schooling progresses. He is getting so big. They both are. I’m out of the house a lot for work, basketball, classes etc. Sometimes I look at them and it strikes me how they are changing and growing up right before my eyes. They are awesome little guys. Well, that’s enough for now. Please pray that this new tenant situation works out for us. We continue to walk by faith and grow in the grace and knowledge of Him. We could not do it with out your prayers and support. Until next time…God Bless!

And...Here's a few photo's of our dynamic duo!! And FYI...Reese turned 2 today!