My mom with sweet Patsy Clairmont last year... I think it was just the beginning! :)I have to be honest, I don't like change. It would be obvious if you knew I've lived in the same house for 22 years. I was reflecting on the fact that I've lived here almost half of my life!
Anyway, according to the dictionary, HOPE means... "A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen. It's grounds for believing something good will happen." FAITH means... "Complete trust or confidence in something or someone."
My brother sent me an e-mail asking me to lift our mom up in prayers again and for us all to kick it up a notch about her mission trip to Hondouras.
This is part of what his note told me...
"Apparently Satan is getting irritated at Mom's new found Faith in the Lord and the thoughts of losing one of his longtime friends has him on the offensive.
The costs of the trip, already going up because of the gas prices, are cloudy at best and the leader of the trip is dragging his feet buying the tickets, waiting for a few folks to pay their deposit. In doing this, he is costing everyone more money. This isn't sitting real well with some of the team members and you know how important team unity is on a trip like this. I told her not to worry, God will provide.
Mom also had a MRI on her wrist that has been hurting for a while (month or two?). The doctor thinks she has some little known disease that is restricting blood flow to her bones, causing her the pain. She may need surgery. Hmmm.
On the positive side, she has been going to the trainer now for 5 days. How awesome is that. Working out with the ball and walking the treadmill, amongst other things. He has her up to walking 30 minutes. Said she only stopped twice to get her heart rate down a little. She is really trying to get physically prepared for this trip. I hope she continues and is able to go.
I have seen Satan's wrench in things. Our only hope is God Himself. That His will be done. I would love to see her go. I think we would see a miracle happen."
According to God's Word about Love in 1 Cor 13:7 ... "It always protects, always trusts, always HOPES, always perseveres."
And... in Hebrews 11:1... "Now FAITH is being sure of what we HOPE for and certain of what we do not see."
Girls, I have seen such a change in my mom since we went to the Women of Faith Conference almost one year ago and it's amazing! She has HOPE in God! I am going to ask you to please pray By FAITH for my mother and this trip of a lifetime. I am going to expect everything to work out and for God to do what only He can do to make this happen! I'm HOPING He will change her life forever! Satan wants her to quit, but she is not giving up!
Maybe I do like change?
I am humbled beyond words by your love and compassion! If you want to encourage her or support her financially you can e-mail me at Abaylis@comcast.net.
By Faith...
Ang xoxo
18 comments:
Girl, you know I'll be praying. I think it is so cool!
love,
karen
Sounds trite but "chq is in the mail":)
Love J
Sending up prayers on her behalf. You should be getting something from me in the mail soon. I wish I could do more, But I will be praying too..
I have already been lifting her up in prayer but I do promise to send a little something in the way of support soon.
I loved seeing this picture of your mom with Patsy Clairmont. I have a picture of my mom, my 2 aunts & I with Patsy at a Conference here in KC a couple of years ago. That is such an amazing and life changing conference! What a blessing to hear how it impacted your mom!
Love and Prayers,
Kelley
Angie, this is an amazing story--and will be part of her testimony in Honduras! I want to write her a note also, so that's my hold up--hopefully tomorrow. Love you, Annette
Oh you better believe we are all praying. Thank you for sharing her story with us Ang. God is at work and He will be victorious!
Hugs,
Fran
That is SO exciting that she is going on a Mission Trip! I have a friend who is going to Hondouros on Saturday for missions. They will be giving eye exams. WOW! I will be praying that the Lord will clear the way and most of all encourage your mom. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I am so glad I came by yours.
Andi
I saw your comment on my blog and wanted to stop at yours and say hello.
I was going to do one more post on love and then the Lord dropped the idea of worry into my heart.
I am glad the message spoke to you. How cool, your mother on a mission trip!
Heavenly Father, I lift tbis sweet woman up to You. I thank You for her life and her service to the Kingdom. Lord, I ask You to pave the way for her, make any bumps in the road smooth. Do something about the airline cost and that situation. Protect her from all harm. We thank You that by the stripes of Jesus, no sickness or disease can operate in her mind or body. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
It's me again. I did a post today and thought about your mom. Perhaps it might encourage her. Praying....
andi
Ang,
I love Patsy Clairmont and I love Women of Faith conferences! I will put your mother and this trip on my prayer list!
Blessings
Michelle
How wonderful what God has done in your mom's life in just one short year! I've heard Patsy is a hoot!
I sent you an email but sent it to gmail. Let me know if I should use this comcast in the future when you respond.
Blessings to you, my sweet friend.
I join you in believing God WILL work this out for your sweet momma!
Much love,
Paula
Ang.
Your Mom is in my prayers, and the mission trip as well...
I loved the Women of Faith Confs. that I went to, they are great...
you are in my prayers...
Connie
GBU
Job 42:2 "I know that you can do all things; no plan of yours can be thwarted."
If God has called your Mom to go, He will enable her to go. He always supplies where He guides.
Isaiah 46:11 "What I have said, that will I bring about; what I have planned, that will I do."
I'm praying and trusting with you,
Joy
I will post this comment and then stop what I am doing to pray for you and your mom. Bless her heart. God will prevail, in fact He already has.
I can't wait to spend some time reading your blog. Thanks for your comment on the book club. I would love for you to check back at the end of the month to answer the book club questions!
Hey friend! I can't get my song today from imeem to download the whole song. It worked yesterday. Any ideas? Thanks for the great song! He is ALIVE and Active in our lives! We stand with Him in victory!
Andi
Hey, Ang~ It's been awhile!!! I saw you on the siesta blogroll and I thought I'd let you know that I'm coming! So, I guess I'll actually get to meet you!
Ang,
I am praying for your mom and for all of the enemies attmepts to be stopped before they even begin
God bless
Kim
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