Frozen in Time

A couple of weeks ago I went to Montana to see my family. It was a great trip, but I learned some lessons.

It was a joy to see some of my Mom and some of my extended family that I had not seen for years. I have nieces and nephews who are grown  now, and have families of their own. We tend to freeze people in time. In our minds, they look the same until we see them again...they are frozen in time. So, anyhow I had to go home and "unthaw" some of the relatives.

While I was visiting my Mom, I felt like the Lord sent some "life lesson" tests for me. Needless to say, I did not pass all of my tests. I will be 48 next month, and my Mom can still get on my nerves. (Never go home for two weeks...shorten the time...you'll pass more tests ) However, I love her deeply, and I know how much she loves me, too.

As our lives weave in and out of others lives, we have to be flexible. Everyone is different. If you want to save yourself a lot of stress, stay prayed up. Patience is a virtue.

At one point of deep frustration, I sent a text to one of my friends and said, "I think I'm losing my religion!" I was trying to be funny in the midst of my situation. My friend sent me a text back and we laughed together, but what I loved most is that she was really there for me. She prayed for me, and I felt her prayers. We must have people in our lives like that.

Robert was really there for me, too. It meant SO much. He prayed for me, gave me a lot of encouragement and reminded me of some scriptures to stand on.

We can hit spiritual warfare and find God in the midst of whatever is happening.

When it was all said and done, I am thankful that I went home to see my family. I know how important it is to cherish each and every moment with the ones we love. I have purposed in my heart to be there more for my Mom. Each day I would see my Mom go to check her mail. I became keenly aware of how she needs to receive things besides junk mail and bills. Don't we all? Plus, I plan to call her more- now that I have set some boundaries. No two hour phone calls for me. Mom's a talker, but after 20 minutes...30 minutes on a good day that is it for me.

Anyhow, I know a lot of you were praying for me too while I was away, and I can't tell you how much that means to me. I also deeply appreciate those who covered all the bases for me here so I would not have to worry about anything. You guys are the best!!

When it comes to passing tests, we not pass them all, but if we can eventually pull the life lesson out of it, and gain understanding...we still win the victory in the end. So, if you are like me, and have not passed all of your tests, ask God for understanding. He is faithful to reveal what you need to see.

Good to be back...there's no place like home!

Comments

[brandi]

Glad you are home!!!!!

[Julie]

I was always bad at Tests! I still am!! We love you, thanks for being YOU.