The Devil has been messing with my man today...the Caravan is exhausted and sees no end in sight. James had to replace the front tires on the Beast this morning, (after too much wear and tear from the trailer) and then the Beast ran out of diesel because the second tank wouldn't work. After finally priming the truck to get it started, bad weather has been an issue this afternoon, too. OH, and like that isn't enough, the air filter and fuel filters had to be replaced today, and then the skid bars got knocked off of the brand new black trailer, almost ripping off the bottom of that big monster. James is so terribly depressed and there is nothing I can do to help him, I fear. The four warriors are exhausted and pulling these trailers is, in hindsight, probably not the smartest thing we ever did. We probably should have just packed an overnight bag and gone to Juneau without all of our stuff. The sad part---this isn't even a tenth of our stuff. We sold almost everything, including our king bed. We have one chair, an ottoman and a buffet. A few end tables, lamps and my Christmas decorations...we should have hired a semi-truck but their estimate of 15,000 dollars seemed out of line at the time we made the decision to haul it ourselves.
So please, dear friends, please...pray non ceasing for my precious family till we see that light at the end of the road. I feel helpless down here, but Devil--you better get back where you belong and quit messing with my family. God has our back and we must trust him when it all seems like too much. God, give James the strength of ten men as he battles the Devil and his friends.
And God bless James and Ryan....God bless Jon and Elizabeth...the precious foursome trekking across this mighty country of ours. What memories they are making...hopefully this time next week, the traveling will all be over and we will be sleeping in Juneau, and waking to a big, bright beautiful tomorrow...
And Devil, just so YOU know....NO ONE MESSES WITH MY MAN!
wow, quite a story they've been living, Liz,haha...well not funny, but on the positive note they are further than they were yesterday...and who knows, maybe the delays were for a reason...we just never know...I am praying continually for you all, and soon you will be able to laugh at all of this and see the Lord's hand in it all....keep your chin up, it's getting closer to be almost over!
ReplyDeleteLiz, read these verses as you are traveling. Read them out loud for the Devil cannot read your thoughts. He is a created angel. He does not have the powers of God. He can only see your actions and hear your words. Your confessions are a testament that will strengthen yourselves and those around you, too. I am praying for you. Your story of this trek will be told to your Grandchildren and neighbors as a testimony for the glory of God.
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Connie
"Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, shall guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.
Philippians 4:6-8
He only is my Rock and my Salvation; He is my Defense and my Fortress, I shall not be moved.
Psalm 62:6
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."
Joshua 1:9
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13
Philippians 4:19
And my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Jeremiah 17:7-8
"Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD And whose trust is the LORD. "For he will be like a tree planted by the water, That extends its roots by a stream And will not fear when the heat comes; But its leaves will be green, And it will not be anxious in a year of drought Nor cease to yield fruit.
Psalm 9:9-10
The LORD also will be a stronghold for the oppressed, A stronghold in times of trouble, And those who know Thy name will put their trust in Thee; For Thou, O LORD, hast not forsaken those who seek Thee.