June 30
I can't believe the end has come. And that I survived this little blog challenge. I'm glad I did this. I'm glad that I followed through on something (by history I'm not so great at that). I feel like I've held a frame up to myself & shown you a bit of who I am. It is hard to be vulnerable sometimes. It is scary to lay yourself out there for people to examine closely. It's not easy, but it seems to almost always be worth it. Don't we all just want to be known? Really truly known? I am so thankful for people in my life who know me. And still love me. But most of all, I am so thankful for a God who knows me intimately. Every tiny everything about me. And He loves me passionately. If you don't yet know this God of mine I urge you, beg you to turn your eyes to Him. He knows and He loves. There is nothing better in all the world than to be known and loved by the God who created you. He loves you passionately....turn your eyes to your Maker....you will never ever in a bajillion years regret it!
So here is how I would like to end this month:First of all, I would love to hear from you if you've been reading all (or even part of the) month. If you've been reading, will you leave me a comment to let me know? Even if I don't know you. Even if you've been "lurking" on this blog. Trust me--I definitely lurk on blogs. Lots of them. But I would really really love to meet you!!! And if you have a blog I'd love to have a link so I can return the favor :)
Second, a silly question: What blog post this month was your favorite?
Third, a serious question: What is God doing in your life RIGHT NOW. In this very moment? What is He teaching you? What Scripture are you clinging to? I would really love to learn from you as this little challenge comes to an end. I would love to hear your heart!
So happy June to you all--it has been fun for sure! I'm probably going to take a few days off, but I will not disappear again, I promise. I've been reminded of how much I really do enjoy writing and documenting my days. I would urge you to do the same. Maybe not in the same format (although maybe you would enjoy such challenge), but in some way I would encourage you to pick up your pen and start writing down your life. Your kids will thank you one day. And who knows....maybe even some day your words will change the world. Or at least one person. And I think that would make it all really worth it. Hugs to you all....thanks for coming along on this crazy journey! See you soon!
Hi Rachel...it's me ;) I've been stalking you this month and loving every minute of it because I had been missing you! Thanks for sharing your heart...it's my favorite thing you do. I liked every post...but my favorites were 1) high school Rachel 2) your honesty on loving Jane and 3) just the ones where you do your bullet points...always love those. The creepiest...your love for the newsboy guy ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd...it's really hard to put into words what God is teaching me right now...I haven't stopped to process this whole past first year in Portugal until just recently and so I've been flooded recently with Him showing me His graces this past year. It's good. I'm trying to put all my thoughts together on who I am, my feelings towards Portugal, my feelings toward the American church, etc. Another thing...I've been trying to learn to take ALL of His words, well, at His word. We're to obey ALL of them, right...not just some? That's been challenging me lately...in a good way. Alright...I'm off to bed. Love you!
Cristi
I was totally reading but have to come back to answer questions. we are at camp this week and crazy busy!
ReplyDeleteI've totally been stalking you and read ever single post! My favorite non serious post was the Gilmore Girls post (LOVE THAT SHOW) and my favorite serious posts were the ones about loving Jane and the one about the wilderness Bible Study. I'd say God is teaching me in the wilderness now and teaching me to lean solely on Him.
ReplyDeleteHi Rachel,
ReplyDeleteI am a creeper follower of your blog. I have no idea how I came across this blog, but it's been a blessing to get to know you and follow your journey. I've really enjoyed reading your recent posts and what God is teaching you and how he is moving in your life. I especially enjoyed your Gilmore Girls post (I'm a huge fan) and the ones where you make lists (lists make me happy!).
God is teaching me that His plans for me are far greater than the plans I "cook" up myself. I thought I had my life all mapped out (it involved a certain guy) and recently it felt like everything was turned upside down. I'm placing my face in God and His wonderful plans for me and trusting him with my unknown future. One day at a time!
Blessings to you and your family,
Erin
I've been following your blog for a long time- I actually remember when you wrote the Phil Joel post the first time!! I think I love your blog because I connect with you on many levels- we have two adopted boys, we're missionaries living in England right now (my husband was also a youth pastor before), and I love Gilmore Girls (one of my favourite posts).
ReplyDeleteThank you for your honesty this month. I think my favourite post was the one about where you were having a hard time bonding with Jane. There were many days in the beginning I thought I had made a horrible mistake adopting our son from Guatemala. But thankfully, after time, we were able to bond and I realized it was the best decision I've ever made.
I would say God is teaching me right now to find my identity in Him. For the past few years, I've realized through all the diaper changing (two babies at once), stress of moving internationally and leaving everything I've ever known- I lost myself. I'm reading a great book now "When Wallflowers Dance" by Angela Thomas (I think), and figuring out who I am again in Christ.
Thank you for blogging- I love your honesty! It makes me feel like I'm not alone :)