To follow up on our meeting with DD, he pretty much reiterated what he’s expressed before. His financial situation is rocky right now. They need to maintain the payments on the house they’re living in, so if funds are short, this house we’re in will feel it first. He mentioned he needs to rent it out as soon as possible, and since he’s no longer working, he’ll be coming over more to help spruce it up and get it ready.
We told him we’re praying constantly that God would provide enough for us to contribute toward the cost of staying here. He said he doesn’t feel like we’re “soaking” him (thank you, Jesus!) and encouraged us to keep doing what God has called us to do. We ended in prayer and committed to continue taking it one day at a time, trusting the Lord for strength and wisdom as He reveals His perfect plan.
Then, the very next day, we got an email from DD asking us to “Please Help” with the utilities because they have doubled since we moved in. (Sounds like the bill just arrived!) I let him know again that we want to help with all our hearts, but until the Lord provides, our hands are tied. It’s hard because my heart so badly wants to do something for them—but I also know that God’s plan is perfect and He already knows what each of us needs.
On a brighter note, I finished painting at M&J’s on Thursday, and they surprised us with a $150 check. Praise You, Jesus! That was such a blessing. We were out of gas, and our phone and car insurance bills were due—plus we needed groceries. That money covered everything except the phone bill. It was exactly what we needed for the moment. God's timing, again.
On Friday, S and S invited us to their house for dinner (since our regular Bible study class was off), and we had a wonderful time of fellowship. She made a fantastic meal, and it was such a sweet time to share our testimonies and our hearts for the Lord.
Saturday, I worked in the yard for about four hours before we went to A and C’s for the Kingdom Growth Guide meeting. We brought H with us, which I’m so thankful for. She’s incredibly hungry for the Lord and eager to connect with people and groups in this area. I’m especially glad she came because the next morning—Sunday—she was in a serious car accident. I was able to call CB and ask for prayer immediately. Praise God, H and the other person involved are okay. Her car was totaled, and it’s truly a miracle that they weren’t more seriously hurt. She’s very sore, and the other driver had burns on his hand from the airbag, but overall they are alright. Thank you, Lord, for your protection.
I’ll be starting painting at CT’s house tomorrow and will be there three days this week. I’m praying for the strength and energy I need to do it well.
Tom is continuing to grow in the Word, and the Holy Spirit is revealing so much to him. It’s really amazing to watch.
As far as the house church goes… we haven’t really made any moves yet. I’m not even sure what the next step should be. We’ve tried to get together with K and P, but their schedules have been packed. Maybe for now, all we need to do is keep laying the foundation of prayer and trust God to lead the way.
Thank you again, Lord, for your faithfulness. You are so good to us.
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