Beauty in Death

Fall has begun its work here in Michigan the reds, oranges, and yellow are appearing everywhere. To see the bright colors reminds me that out of death comes beauty. As the plant life changes and begins to die the glorious display is revealed. My prayer is that moment by moment I will chose to die to self so the Lord’s beauty can be seen in my life. For only in His power and greatness and love will any act done by me have any meaning in eternity.

Romans 11:36

For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.

My only response is AWE! Which prompts me to PRAISE Him, Will You?

I’m writing this today from my parents, we have been in the area for almost three weeks and I’m finally feeling organized. You would think by now that we would be better at adjusting to all the moving around. We have spoken in two churches since arriving in the area and have one more this Sunday. It’s been a blessing to see old faces and meet new ones. We have enjoyed connecting to the people around us. To be totally honest the last few weeks have not been easy, Joel and I have both struggled with discouragement and just plain being overwhelmed. I’m not sure what happened along the way, maybe we finally learned some much needed lesson, or just made the decision to obey…. I can’t tell you for sure, but I can tell you God is FAITHFUL and He was working all along. Today I’m thankful to report a renewed sense of peace and purpose in the task God has set before us. Our marriage is stronger, our family is growing (in the emotional sense not in numbers), and I want to take the time to give God the Glory and to thank you for your prayers!!!!!

That’s really all that’s new with us, we are heading back to Oakland County the end of next week, and we are excited to see and share with all of you in person! For those of you we haven’t connected with lately in Michigan or any where for that matter, give us a call, or send us an email. We truly love to hear how life is going and how we can pray for you! Whatever your situation is today chose to TRUST,

HE IS THE FAITHFUL GOD!

Amanda For The Sewell’s