A Fresh Start

I've been re-reading the book Choosing to SEE by Mary Beth Chapman.  In light of everything that's going on at home, it's helped to renew my hope in the one who holds everything in his hands.  I spent several hours yesterday morning writing out scripture to send to my sister who in turn will read and show it to Andy (that's the plan anyway).  In addition to the scripture, I created an "encouragement" soundtrack of songs that radiate hope.  At this point, I don't know what's going to happen.  No one does.  We have no choice but to lean on Christ as our Rock and trust that Redemption will come.  My brother is under heavy bondage this day, and Satan has a death grip on his mind and body.  If you're reading this, join with me and hundreds of others in prayer for my brother.    

Romans 8:1-2

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.

Romans 8:38-39

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

I've never had a blog before (unless xanga or myspace count).  It's something I never thought I'd like.  I'm still not sure how to work everything, but I guess I'll figure it out.  Maybe I won't like it.  Who knows?!

A new school year starts today.  I'm pretty excited about this year actually!  There are lots of new faculty and staff and it should be really fun.  There's still lots of prep to do, but God will sustain me one step at a time.  It's hard to fully focus on things at hand, but God will make a way.  

Romans 8:18
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.