God has a way of teaching us valuable life lessons if we but look for them in our daily routine. Since coming home from the hospital God has used Christian to teach me more about the three "Ps": Prayer, Patience, and Perseverance.
During long hours late at night or early in the morning I have learned the value and joy of prayer. God somehow seems closer while rocking an infant in the quiet of a dark nursery.
Can one have enough Whitey's ice cream? NO! In like manner, one can never have enough patience! As my grandson squirms and fusses "refusing" to burp at 2:00 a.m. God gently reminds me that I, too, squirm and fuss during various times in my life and He has always been patient with me. So, though I'm sleep-deprived, my patience grows.
James 1:2-3 says, "Consider it pure joy when you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." Because of Christian's health challenges Rebecca and I have had to be determined to find a solution and commited to following through on a diet change involving saying "no" to all dairy products, including ice cream-yikes! And I agreed to join her on this diet? What was I thinking??
Prayer, patience, and perseverance are producing results as you can see in this photo of a smiling, happy baby!
2 comments:
Nancy,
It is great to hear how you are doing, but even greater, I love hearing what you are learning! Life sure is an adventure. Enjoy the time with your daughter and grandson, I'm sure she is so happy to have you there and your support.
Love, Julie
Nancy,
I haven't commented yet, but with Julie & Rob in India, realize how much it means. I have enjoyed reading your blogs and the chapter of life your in!!! Christian is a beautiful little boy. I'm so thankful on the "good" news about Christian and what you & Rebecca need to do. I will contine to pray for you both and the adjustments to your lifestyle.
Thanks for commenting on Rob & Julie's blog.
We(I)all miss you at Grace.
In Christ, Sue
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