Plans and God's Will

I intended to post again today about the mission trip, but that's not the case.

Another member of the team shared something they learned on this trip. Our intentions and plans are not always God's will, and I shouldn't get angry or upset or impatient when His will doesn't fit my plans or timing. His way is always more perfect and will always end up with a better outcome for me and for His kingdom.

Yesterday, Aimee's grandma passed away. While we're glad that it happened after we returned, it's still hard when someone close leaves for a little while. It's hard to lose a source of wisdom and comfort. It was a year ago today that my grandpa passed away from cancer. It is still hard not to be able to talk to him or work with him in his wood-shop.

Grandparents are a source of wisdom and strength. They are comfort and peace. They are laughter and joy. We will miss fishing trips with Vienna Sausages and Chicken in a Biskit crackers. We will miss gumbo. We will miss talking and warm memories. We will miss welcome arms and homes.

I only hope that when I am a father and grandfather that I point to Christ and His comfort, peace, joy, wisdom, and love.

Romans 8:28 - We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose.