Jeremiah 29: 11-13

Yes, I know what pla s I have in mind for YOf' Yahweh declares, plans

for peace, not for disa ter, to give you a future .and a hope. When you

call to me and come a d pray to me, you will find me; when you search

wholeheartedly for JPe I shall let you find me.

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I find such strength in these verses. The past few years have been trying,

rewarding, wonderful, _~ndhumbling all at the same time. My precious

Erin is a testimony to Ife as a grown woman. I thought I would be the

one to lead her, and he~e she is leading me. The Lord has used her trials

to make me believe in , God that loves, gives huge hugs, wipes tears,

encourages friends to show up at just the right moment, and heals.

I am a person that likes things in order, in their own place, and plans in

advance. The Lord has had a great time molding me to his plans, his

order, and his timing through all that our family has and is still facing. I

have learned to lean on him like never before. I have learned to love

him like to other. I ~ave learned to trust him with trust I thought I never

could ha e. I have le~rned to totally give my children and family over to

him with ut question. .

It is true how much we learn from children. It is true that they lead the

way. It is true that we serve a mighty God that loves us more than we

can fathom. It is true that I am amazed daily by the power, patience,

strength, grace, gentleness, and healing that only my precious Savior can

give me. I have learned that I am truly praising him as life goes on, and

finding out the real meaning behind - In all things give thanks. I Thank

You Lord. I Am Blessed.

By: Ann Haskins