I adore the month of January. A new year, new goals, new adventures to be had… January brings the promise of new opportunities. As this year begins, I cannot help but think about how our time in Thailand is coming to a close. Words cannot convey my thankfulness for this past year. I am still befuddled that our 1 year contract in Thailand is almost over.
For the past few months Caleb and I have been intentionally praying for the Lord to clearly open and close doors for our next step. I have always yearned to live in Europe and have been praying for direction with this desire. Caleb and I have actually applied to a plethora of locations in Europe- but most schools require an EU passport and won’t begin hiring until April… And the planner in me really struggles with the idea of not having solidified plans when our current contract ends. Caleb and I have also prayed about the possibility of moving to NYC. We love the idea of living in the city while my parents live there. And if I am being honest, saying goodbye to them at the end of the holiday was A LOT harder than I expected.
So now we are in a season of waiting and praying. In this season I have found myself struggling. I am certain I have struggled with this situation before, but I am not sure if I had ever recognized it. The past year and a half have stretched me, molded me. God has taught me what it looks like to wait on Him. Last time I was in this season of waiting God clearly opened and closed one door at a a time. This made waiting on Him somewhat easy. But this season is slightly different.
Proverbs 16:9 states, “The heart of man plans his way, but the LORD establishes his steps.” I know that the Lord will establish our steps. He will give us direction. I also know the Lord gives us free will and He requires us to be men and women of action. But what does it look like to balance listening to His direction and taking action? I don’t want to force anything. I yearn for His clear direction- even if it is not what Caleb and I are expecting.
So in this season of waiting, I am praying for balance. I want to fully listen and wait on God while still taking steps towards our future. At the moment we have no idea where we will end up next. We have no idea what 2015 with hold for us. But we are certain that the Lord is good, His plans are good, and He holds us in His hand. We cannot wait to see what Abba has in store for this year!
If you happen to think of us,
we would be beyond blessed
if you would say a quick prayer for direction for us!
Thankful for each of you!
