Sunday, October 13, 2013

Tragedy to Triumph


And my God will supply 
every need of yours 
according to his riches 
in glory in Christ Jesus.
- Philippians 4:19

A few weeks ago I blogged about my crazy travels across Alligator Ally. The long road, that travels across the state, where my car broke down as I drove with my three young children. That night was a long one but it led me to thank God for the good things in my life (a car that normally works, great husband who rescued me, ect) that He has blessed me with. 

Well its been two weeks and my car still has not fully recovered. We had it worked on after a friend secretly hid an envelop with $500 in my bible at Bible study. I was blown away by God's provision in our time of need. But the car still had issues. After the money was spent on new parts and labor,  our mechanic couldn't figure out why our car still struggled to run. I was discouraged, thinking we didn't have any more money to pour into our vehicle. So my husband and I prayed and waited.

Side note: In the two weeks without a car, we saved gas money - since we were not going anywhere, got on a daily schedule (because hours in the house, with two little boys, is CRAZY without one), and truly enjoyed the outdoors in new ways (bike rides around our block & playing t-ball in the front yard). This was a blessing in disguise, causing us to venture into new areas of play that we wouldn't have otherwise

So after praying and waiting. The Lord answered. Boldly He answered our cry. Today a family came by and dropped off a delivery from Jesus. What, you ask, was it? A new Dodge Caravan for our family. It came with title and gas too :) What a great example to my kids of His faithfulness through an answered prayer. 

Many times my kids and I lifted up prayers, together, for a van. We waited. His plan was perfect. My kids were able to see our God answer prayer.  Jehovah Jireh (God our provider) blessed our family. HE is real and my kids saw that today!

It has bucket seats, freezing air, tinted windows and a DVD player!! All those little details He knew we would love.
These are the stories my kids will share with their own kids someday. All because we prayed. All because where two or more are gathered, there He is in our midst. All because we waited on His timing. 

What role does prayer play in your family's life?

Are you patiently waiting for your "van"? 

Jesus is into the details and has heard your cry. Stay faith-filled. Allow your kids to see you persevere and praise Him even in those moments that are tough! 

He wants to turn your tragedy into triumph!! He has plans!

Trust in the Lord 
with all your heart, 
and do not lean on 
your own understanding.
- Proverbs 3:5

5 comments:

  1. Congrats Kate!! How cool is this? You all so deserve this blessing!! I wish I could have been there to watch your faces, but somehow think I can see them. Enjoy God's goodness! xoxo

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  2. Congrats Kate!! How cool is this? You all so deserve this blessing!! I wish I could have been there to watch your faces, but somehow think I can see them. Enjoy God's goodness! xoxo

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  3. Amen, Kate! Praising His name in agreement with you guys! Gotta' love God's faithfulness! :)

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