Life here over the years has been pretty normal most of the time (normal for here!). However, at other times it an be quite the wild ride. Because of the constant changing dynamic of the middle east, we live in sort of a constant state of limbo. We find ourselves there once again.
What I mean by this is that despite what we see going on around us we have to continue to make plans for the future and move forward with our work. So many times over our six years here we have had a situation come up that makes me pause and wonder if we should put everything on hold: don’t make that purchase quite yet, don’t set an arrival date for that new intern, don’t make plans for that short term team to come and serve. However, all of the past times have shown us to be wise to have continued to make plans and move forward because this giant teeter totter we live on has continued to balance rather than throw everything topsy turvy like we may have thought it would.
With all of the conflict around us seeming to escalate we are once again pondering a pause. It makes me very sad even as I write this to think how we don’t know how much time we have left in this place. However, that reminds me that we never know how much time we have in a place. This should push us on to boldness and fervor, but I’m afraid more often than not, the unknown pushes us to quake in fear and inactivity. I am reminded of where the Bible talks about how God’s wisdom is not the same as our wisdom. How God can see whats happening as well as through it and yet His plan remains the same. This brings me comfort in knowing that wherever He leads us that He has a plan for that place, that time and how He would like to use us in it. This comfort does come with a cost, though. As I trust in Him, I know it could mean having to leave friends, leave material things and homes behind. I choose to fight the anxiety and fear of the unknown that rages in my heart. I choose to trust the Lord with all things, including my very life, knowing that to die is gain. These choices are what get me out of bed each morning and continuing on in the face of the many questions and concerns that arise each day. My ability to choose this is greater than what the enemy would like me to passively receive. Please pray with us for the middle east. The Prince of Peace is the only answer to every tragedy here.
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