Happy Sunday Friends!
It was a beautiful day here in North Alabama. The weather was unseasonably warm – as in 80 degrees – and the sun was shining. Beautiful weather always brightens my spirit. Of course, worshiping in God’s house, with His people is even better. The love and support Tim and I receive from our church family is part of what keeps us going. We are so thankful for the body of Christ we have the opportunity to be a part of.
Another vital part of our support system is our small group. The four families we started sharing life with about 3 years ago have been through some incredibly difficult times. Yet, we have stayed together, loving and supporting each other any way we can. It doesn’t change the circumstances around us, but it lightens to load immeasurably when you have many people carrying a piece of your burden. And not because the feel obligated, but because they love you and want to do anything possible to make your life better.
As I sit here tonight reflecting over how God has cared for us, I continue to be amazed. You see, we have amazing families. Close knit brothers, sister, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins. People we know will always be there for us. But with Kayleigh’s death, each part of our family is dealing with their own grief. Struggling to find the joy each day. Searching for the positive. It’s hard.
God knew we would need extended family. Church family to help carry us. So years ago He began laying that foundation. It’s amazing to look back and just see how His hand guided each price and person into place. Each “for such a moment as this.”
I pray each of you has a church home with people that love you. But I know in reality many of you do not. My suggestion is for you to find a church you want to be a part of and get yourself plugged in. Learn, grow and share. Our God is truly amazing.
Proverbs 27:17
17 As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.
Proverbs 17:17
17 A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.
Proverbs 18:24
24 There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.
Until tomorrow,
‘Carrow💜
Our church family
Our small group
