Wow, it’s been a week since I last wrote, and so much has happened!
This morning, M and L left to return to California after their two-week vacation. They visited New York, DC, and then stayed with us for a couple of days. It was so good having them here, sharing what God has been doing in our lives. We talked, we fellowshipped, and they got to spend time with A, C, R, and E before we took them to K and S’s restored farmhouse (M loves that kind of thing).
But the most amazing part?
When we shared our story—how God led me to quit my job and trust Him—they were initially afraid for us. But by the time we finished sharing, their fear had turned to faith. They were amazed and inspired to trust in God more themselves.
Praise You, Jesus—this is all for Your glory!
Before they left, they filled up our gas tank and—so sweetly—left a $20 bill under Tom’s stapler. We didn’t see it until today, but we’re pretty sure they put it there. Lord, bless them for their kindness!
Father, I pray that what You spoke to them through us will take root and grow, drawing them even closer to You. Continue transforming their hearts, in Jesus’ name. Amen!
So much has happened this week, it’s hard to keep up!
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Saturday morning—Breakfast with P and L. Such a great time, but not enough time!
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Saturday night—Dinner at M and E’s. E made the most amazing homemade pizza, and we got to pray over them before their mission trip to Haiti.
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Tom got a revelation for them—that God will work to the degree they trust Him. Funny thing is, I think Tom got more out of it than they did! 😆
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They gave us the first wedding invitation! We’re praying for provision so we can actually go.
On Sunday, we went to the Acts Bible Study, and as always, it was incredible. NL taught and showed us Old Testament scriptures that symbolized Jesus and His sacrifice. So powerful!
After the study, CA shared that she felt a “lull” with God and didn’t understand why. As she spoke, I felt in my spirit that the lull was a good thing—that it was a resting phase before the next push.
I described it like labor contractions—there’s a time of pushing, but then there’s a break before the next wave comes. And when that break comes, you’re grateful for it because you know another contraction is coming.
I encouraged her:
"Enjoy this rest because it won’t last!"
Then the very next day, CB sent me the Spirit of Prophecy for the day, and in the “Small Straws” section, it said:
“Push and Rest”
April 21, 2008 – Marsha Burns
Beloved, I am with you in your labor, for I will empower you to bring forth.
You must, however, learn the cycle of push and rest, push and rest, push and rest.
You are entering into a time that will produce vitality and liberty in abundance.
You are leaving behind the dark night of the soul and bursting forth with a new and radiant hope, says the Lord.
"Because you would forget your misery, and remember it as waters that have passed away, and your life would be brighter than noonday. Though you were dark, you would be like the morning. And you would be secure, because there is hope; Yes, you would dig around you, and take your rest in safety." (Job 11:16-18)
That was such a powerful confirmation of what I told CA! I immediately sent it to her.
God is so good.
Yesterday, I got another job offer—this time from a former boss at ZyCare. He emailed me saying they were really busy and asked if I was interested in coming back. I thanked him but told him what God is doing in my life right now.
Unless God makes it abundantly clear that I’m supposed to take a job, I’m staying the course He has put me on.
I am trusting Him completely.
Then today, CB sent me another “Small Straws” word:
“You Are on the Threshold of Breakthrough”
April 22, 2008 – Marsha Burns
Your progress has been significant, but you are not out of the woods yet.
You must continue to press on while maintaining hope and vision.
Be strong and resolute.
You do not want to give up when you are on the very threshold of breakthrough.
Exercise patience and perseverance.
Soon you will see that it has been worth the effort, says the Lord.
"For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise." (Hebrews 10:36)
Thank you, Jesus, for this encouragement!! We are getting down to the wire on needing our rent money… I try not to think about it because when I do, I tend to worry or wonder how He will do it. I just want to TRUST my Lord and Savior for His promise to be our provider!
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