I am not sure if many of you know but Josh is going to Afghanistan for a year, starting July 24. This is going to be a very difficult transition for both of us and there are so many emotions/stress going through our minds right now.
One of the main stresses we had was whether or not I was going to stay here in DC or move closer to family. While living in DC can be a "cool" place to live in, it is a very difficult place to live in with busy people, crazy traffic, and one of the most important things to me...no family. At the same time, I have been teaching at the same high school for four years and have began to finally find my "way" living here in this crazy place! I did a lot of talking to God, searching, listening, crying, and waiting for God to show me what to do while Josh is gone: move closer to home or stay here alone in DC where I have my job.
Every time I tried to make a decision I got the biggest pit in my stomach. I knew I had to listen to my heart and the Spirit of the Lord. After Josh and I sat down one evening and really talked without distractions, I could see where he was coming from, in that he wanted me closer to family. We talked, cried, and at that point after talking, I knew in my heart that I had to move closer to home. I honestly felt complete peace from the Lord at that moment and it was almost as if God was just waiting for Josh and I to sit and process everything. It felt so good to say that I was moving and to have complete peace. So, it is official. I am moving to Atlanta July 26 on full faith and trust in the Lord. I do not have a job but I am confident this is God's plan and I know He will provide.
I selfishly ask that you please keep Josh in your prayers as he is preparing himself (in all aspects) to go to Afghanistan. Please pray for his complete safety and that God will comfort him as he is far away in a very dangerous place. I also ask that you pray that God comfort me while he is away. I know this is going to be very difficult for the both of us. What I have to remember is that God is in control.
Walking in Faith
12 years ago
