365 days. The number of days in a year-
The number of days it takes for all four seasons to complete their purpose.
178- The approximate number of days it takes mother earth to prepare her home for the surrender of Autumn; to brace herself and everything in creation for the colder winds of Winter.
187 days- The approximate number of days we relish in the gradual increase of warmth that produces the growth of Spring that blossoms into the freedom, joy and laughter of Summer.
15 days- The number of days I’ve wept myself to sleep because of being unjustly and momentarily stripped of tangibly relishing in a love deeper than the depths of my soul for a purpose bigger than I can fathom; The number of days I’ve embraced winter without clutching the preparation of autumn.
15 days- The number of days I’ve questioned God for answers to reasons far beyond my comprehension, meanwhile trusting in a purpose orchestrated by him- the one who is faithful, merciful, and just.
A precious friend sent me this song last night. It’s written by a dear college friend- Chris Brown, the beautiful Kari Jobe, Steven Furtick and Cody Carnes.
Scripture says, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you or forsake you” (Deuteronomy 31:6) .
To those in my village who see me, who have surrounded me with love and prayer in this season of forfeiting that’s preparing me for a season of fullness with my precious littles -
My heart might be aching and feel empty right now; but my soul is full and resting in perfect peace today for what’s to come, because every single one of you have stood in the gaps for me with prayer and supplication. You’ve full-filled needs I didn’t even know how to express and you’ve filled my soul with comforting reminders that he is near and he is for me...and for that, I’m eternally grateful.
‘The Blessing’ Lyrics-
And keep you
Make His face shine upon you
And be gracious to you
The Lord turn His
Face toward you
And give you peace
Amen, amen, amen
May His favor be upon you
And a thousand generations
And your family and your children
And their children, and their children
And a thousand generations
And your family and your children
And their children, and their children
