Well, I have been slacking on updating my blog here. It has actually been really busy, which I suppose is a good thing. We had a wonderful turnout at the golf tournament this last Saturday. Dr. Culbertson was once again our top mulligan salesman, but I unfortunately did not get a picture of his fisherman's hat with the sign on it reading, "Mulligans: 2 for $10." It was very becoming. haha
It is always exciting to be able to see where God is working. Our current building had been on the market for at least 2 years, and now, just as we are weeks away from moving into the new building, we got an offer on it which will pay off the new building so we won't have to re-finance in December! God's timing is perfect.
I am humbled every day as I interact with the residents of downtown OKC. It almost makes me feel guilty for being paid for it; I feel like I should pay for the blessings I see and the ways in which I am blessed...
One lady last week came in with a friend. The friend handed the lady an application to fill out so she could receive food and said, "Don't cry; it's okay." The lady's eyes welled up as she filled out the form. My heart broke. I'm sure it was her last resort and she never expected to be there. I went home that night, hugged my husband, and thanked God that we were both home, about to make dinner together.
It is also humbling to hear the men in our program - who are in the middle of very tough times in their lives - talking about the ways in which God is working in their lives. It is such a contrast from many other workplaces where it is full of complaining and gossiping. Here are men who have practically nothing, and give God the glory for everything. Maybe that is why Jesus said, "Whoever tries to keep his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life will preserve it." This is not the fluffiest job I have had, but is by far the most fulfilling. Thank you, God! I wouldn't want to be anywhere else!
I have the most supportive husband, family, and friends, and most importantly, the most awesome God by my side. :)
Man, that's so true Roxie. It also reminds me of the scripture that says something about...it's easier for a man to walk through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven...or something like that. It's all true. I think that about myself sometimes! I bet those ppl are equally thankful for your loving, kind smile and conversation. :) carry on girl, carry on.
ReplyDeleteMost definitely! Me, too. Thank you for your encouragement! :)
ReplyDeletesuch rich words and stories...you will never forget your time at LL
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