Tuesday, March 24, 2009

So nervous, so unsure....but I did it.....with God's help

I started a Women's bible study this morning....let me give you a little background on how this all went down :o). About four weeks ago, after losing another child I was feeling frustrated and eager for direction! It was Sunday morning and Mark decided to stay home with Addison who was recovering from Strep Throat...Over coffee on this particular morning, I said to Mark~ "I just wish so BADLY that God would just clearly say "Amber this is your family you are not going to have anymore children, or Amber don't give up when the timing is right you will be blessed with another child"....basically I wanted God to speak to me on what to do...but I wanted those answers now. Anyway Hallie and I left for church...when I found my seat I sat down and opened my bulletin to an insert that read : WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY Discerning God's Voice...how to recognize God speaking to you..morning classes available with child care!!! I started to cry...I knew I needed to sign up...but the sign ups passed and the first week went by...I kept making excuses why not to go...But honestly it would not leave my thoughts. I would be washing dishes or folding laundry and this voice in my head would say "Go to this Bible study, take two hours out of your week and go"..it kept popping in my head over and over again..so I called and they had room for me in a group. I left my house this morning not sure that I really wanted to do it but knew God wanted me there.I left there today overwhelmed with what I had learned about God and prayer...this is going to be quite a journey and I am so excited to share it with you. God needs to be first in my life above all else....so this is really the least I could do for him.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

Well Amber I will tell you this post made me stop and think. I find myself making excuses from commitimg to bible studies etc... it brought tears to my eyes when you said you called and there was one spot left for you. wow God was saving that spot for you Amber isnt that awesome. He is so faithful. I know I need to constantly step it up and let God lead,and this post reminded me of that. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of another baby,God has his reasons although we don't always understand but all in good time we will know, and he never leaves our side. we have to put it in his hands. Love ya Amber, Aunt Joy

Brad, Lisa, Emma, and Ashlyn said...

Isn't God amazing?!!! That sounds very similar to how I got involved in my Mon night womens study, and it has been a HUGE blessing in my life. I'm sure this will be a blessing to you as well. Congrats on taking the first step and getting yourself in the group.....that seems to be the hardest part for some reason, doesn't it? I hope you are feeling well. Love and miss you.
Lisa

Anonymous said...

Amber- you are such a great friend and I am so glad you have found this bible study to be a part of. We belong to a very big God who loves us so much more than we know. He has a very special plan for each of us and I know he will continue to use you to touch many hearts and lives for his kingdom! Love ya- Angie

Anonymous said...

Well it is clear from all of these posts that we all feel the same...God is The One who leads us. We need to follow him each and every day. I have been listening to Jeremy Camp's Christian music to and from school and it starts and ends my work day in such a spiritual way. I sing out in my car not caring if people pass by and wonder what I am saying! It is one small way I can praise Him. I am so happy you made the decision to go to the Bible Study. God will talk to you and you will listen with all of your heart because you have opened it up to Him. He loves you unconditionally and will take you in His hands and heal you and guide you in everything. God Bless you Amber, you have such a strong faith and that is such a testament for all of us to see and follow. Enjoy your time with God. He is AWESOME! I love you all, Aunt Vonnie

Anonymous said...

Your truly an amazing person~~~~
God will always be there for you my
sweet dear daughter. We have no answers WHY??? We need to trust in him~~~ in him all will shine...
I love you so very much...I am so happy you have found a place to feel
so strong.
Your a gift to us all.
Love you,
MOM

*Danielle Josephine* said...

Amber, I've been referring to Job 23:10 this week with a good friend of mine who is facing some trials. "But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth like gold." The Lord is working in you and I am so happy you found this group. I will pray for you as you continue in this study. God bless. *Danielle*